Believing this to be 'a blessing from God,' he had his soldiers make kanjiki (round or lattice-type snowshoes that are made of bamboo or other materials and that are worn on the feet for use as walking aids to avoid slipping when walking on snow or damp ground).
「これこそ神の御加護」と、かんじき（竹などで作った輪状又はすのこ状の歩行補助具で、足に着け、雪上や湿地などで足が潜らないようにする。）を作り、兵に履かせて一気に攻め込んだ。