large warship of the Muromachi and early Edo periods
Refers to a specific type of large, armored warship used in Japan from the Muromachi period through the early Edo period. Often associated with naval battles of the Sengoku era.
The atakebune was a large warship used in naval battles during the Sengoku period.
A smaller, faster warship compared to the larger and more heavily armored 安宅船.
A small, swift boat used for scouting and messaging, much smaller than the 安宅船.
Standard kanji spelling for this historical warship.
Alternate kanji spelling, likely ateji; rarely used.
The name likely derives from the Ataka (安宅) region or a related place name, but the exact origin is uncertain. The alternate spelling 阿武船 may be ateji.