The Takanashi clan (Japanese: 高梨氏) of Shinano Province were direct descendants of Minamoto no Yorisue, son of Yorinobu.
Takanashi Tadanao was a noted retainer of the Minamoto clan during the Genpei War.
During the Sengoku Period, the Takanashi enjoyed much prosperity and expansion in the Shinano region, until being attacked by Takeda Shingen.
However, they all turned to Uesugi Kenshin of Echigo Province for assistance.
The Takanashi lost their domain, but they managed to stay as retainers of the Uesugi clan.