chief retainer; daimyo's minister
家老は藩主に代わって政務を取り仕切った。
The chief retainer managed political affairs on behalf of the feudal lord.
名家老の助言により藩の財政が立て直された。
The domain finances were restored thanks to the advice of the renowned chief retainer.
家老の屋敷は城の近くに建てられていた。
The chief retainer's residence was built near the castle.