英語訳
...matters have numerous precedents so there are no obstacles [...] Furthermore, Yosabei mentioned that "if there are no relatives of equal rank at such times, how should this be handled?" In response, it was noted that when Ōdōji Daisuke absconded years ago, since he had moved to permanent Edo residence and had no relatives or connections in this domain, the sword-bearer chief Kenmochi Kyūemon was appointed to handle Daisuke's belongings. Therefore, when guard units have no suitable representative, orders should be given to the chief, and for lower guard ranks and above, representatives should be requested from among colleagues. When this was communicated, the Senior Councilors also agreed.
1. The matter of gate opening during Town Magistrates' self-restraint is covered in the self-restraint section.
1. In Hōreki 3 (1753), year of the rooster, during Chief Falconer Kishi Mozaemon's self-restraint, since deputies and bird-handlers remained in the longhouse, the main gate was not closed.
1. When retainers are punished, there is no need to assign surveillance personnel, as this is handled by the Senior Councilors in charge. The same applies for dismissals and banishments. Details are covered in the section on banishment of retainers and minor officials.
1. Matters concerning punishment and handling of minor officials and below are covered in the section on advancement of minor officials and below - Kansei, Tenpō, Kōka periods.
1. In the twelfth month of Bunka 4 (1807), year of the rabbit, when Kyūhachi, the adopted younger brother of Kanagawa Chōsaemon (who was the inner retainer of Ariga Gokuhito, the real younger brother of Accounting Magistrate Deputy Shimomura Rinzaemon), was ordered confinement, since Kyūhachi had not yet moved to his adoptive family Chōsaemon's residence and was staying at Rinzaemon's, Gokuhito submitted a written statement requesting that he be kept in restraint at Rinzaemon's residence. Additionally, since this concerned Rinzaemon's real younger brother, inquiry documents were submitted requesting permission for restraint. Magistrate Kōsaka Yosauemon asked for guidance on how to handle this. In response, it was answered that keeping him in restraint at Rinzaemon's was at their discretion, and that Rinzaemon should be ordered to remain in restraint except for official duties.
1. On August 25th, Tenpō 12 (1841), year of the ox, when Eguchi Jirōbei was punished, Kumagai Kohyōe's daughter, who had been staying at Jirōbei's residence while Kohyōe was absent in Edo, was moved back to Kohyōe's residence due to the punishment. Notably, there was a caretaker at Kohyōe's residence.
1. On December 5th, Hōreki 3 (1753), year of the rooster, Iwasa Jōemon, who had been entrusted to Ōhashi Kyūemon years earlier, was transferred to Kyūemon's relative Shimomori Tamura Jihyōe due to Kyūemon's financial difficulties, to continue house arrest as requested.
1. On April 7th, Tenmei 7 (1787), year of the sheep, when Oguri Sukeshichi began house construction, although his real elder brother Watanabe Kitarō was ordered self-restraint, since this was not ordinary construction but roof thatching, the unit commander gave permission.
1. On July 29th, Bunka 1 (1804), year of the rat, regarding the punishment of Mito Tanaka and his close friend Yama, orders were given at the residence of Duty Officer Honda Genban. Today, Nara Tarōemon and Eguchi Genzaemon appeared at the Council Chamber, while Ōta Saburōbei, Tsuchiya Jūrōemon, and Imamura Denbei appeared at the residence. The monthly officer at this time was Denbei.
1. On September 29th, Kanpō 2 (1742), year of the dog, as communicated by the Senior Councilors according to the separate document, the following was announced to all:
Regarding inquiries about self-restraint of relatives and close associates of those granted leave or ordered house confiscation, and matters concerning their wives and children, documents and written statements will be communicated later. Since there are discrepancies in documents, whether concerning house confiscation or granting of leave, documents should be submitted clearly to avoid confusion. This should be communicated to all unit commanders, monthly officers, and retainers so they understand.
1. On June 5th, Shōtoku 1 (1711), year of the rabbit, when Page Nagami Yoshisaburō's stipend was revoked, according to records, previously when pages' stipends were revoked, announcements were made at the Council Chamber. However, this time, due to the Lord's illness and Elder Kōno Shōan's extended stay, Council Chamber business was suspended, so the Senior Councilors directed that the announcement be made at the residence of the page commanders. Accordingly, this was handled at Hanaki Gondayū's residence.
1. In the eleventh month of Kansei 3 (1791), year of the boar, when Sakata Sukeemon's son Sukekyurō was punished, Sukeemon was also ordered to refrain after inquiry. However, since Sukeemon's restraint was lifted from the 26th, Sakamoto Heizaemon went to the monthly officer and consulted: "Since the disciples are currently in winter training, we would like to begin tomorrow. Of course, Sukekyurō will be kept in strict restraint. Since this is the situation, if Sukeemon appears it would be presumptuous, so I am making this inquiry." In response, since the training was a special matter, it was answered that disciples could train at their discretion without problem.
1. On September 13th, Kyōhō 6 (1721), year of the ox, memorandum delivered to Aide-de-camp Umeda Dan'emon: "Regarding Yagi Motoemon and his wife from your unit, although re-investigation was ordered, their careless conduct does not meet expectations. Therefore, their positions are revoked and they are assigned to the Great Guard unit. They shall remain in self-restraint. End." On the same day, Monthly Inspector Masugi Shōsaemon was summoned and ordered. The written order delivered to Umeda Dan'emon, as previously announced, was to be kept on file by the Masters of Ceremony, Palace Officials, and [...] Weapon Commanders. Additionally, since Surface Weapon Commanders also supervise unit members, it is thought they should care for them regularly. However, whenever investigation is ordered from above, thorough inquiry should be conducted immediately without confinement, and matters should be reported as thought appropriate. This should be communicated to unit commanders throughout...