Nobunao was a warrior locally powerful in [[Aki province]] and held [[Takamatsu castle]]. His father (Motonao) had died in battle under [[Takeda Motoshige]] and he allied with [[Mori Motonari|Môri Motonari]]. He served in a number of Motonari's military endeavors, later rendering service to [[Mori Terumoto|Môri Terumoto]]. | Nobunao was a warrior locally powerful in [[Aki province]] and held [[Takamatsu castle]]. His father (Motonao) had died in battle under [[Takeda Motoshige]] and he allied with [[Mori Motonari|Môri Motonari]]. He served in a number of Motonari's military endeavors, later rendering service to [[Mori Terumoto|Môri Terumoto]]. |