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Thanks again to you both for such valuable info. Yes, I know the kamon is not the crossed feathers, which provides the opportunity for further research. Translating the names and dates is immensely important. Simply stated, the family tree appears to have numerous errors. For example, my ancestor was indeed Tsunejiro, but his father is mistakenly named as Tsunetaro and his wife as Kinu in the tree. Is there any other info on the tombstone besides these names and dates?
Most importantly, can we reasonably derive any samurai connection through this piece of evidence? For example, if it read "erected 1860" and indicated the official family name was Nakamura by that time. I think you get what I am asking.
BTW, Google's photographic capability is terrific and maddening. At the Zenkyoji temple, I can make out a tall tombstone at both ends of the yard which may be that in the picture. The problem is that I apparently cannot zoom in any further for a good look. The Zenpoji yard is surrounded by a stone wall, preventing any real online investigation.
Most importantly, can we reasonably derive any samurai connection through this piece of evidence? For example, if it read "erected 1860" and indicated the official family name was Nakamura by that time. I think you get what I am asking.
BTW, Google's photographic capability is terrific and maddening. At the Zenkyoji temple, I can make out a tall tombstone at both ends of the yard which may be that in the picture. The problem is that I apparently cannot zoom in any further for a good look. The Zenpoji yard is surrounded by a stone wall, preventing any real online investigation.