Besides, he was opposed to the civilization and enlightenment policy of the government such as the decree banning the wearing of swords and did not cut his topknot, belted his sword on and dressed in kimono throughout his life.
また、政府による廃刀令等の文明開化政策に反抗し、生涯髷を切らず、帯刀・和装をやめなかった。