Tag Archives: Hojo Clan

Hojo Masako, the Prominent Nun Shogun

The Prominent Nun Shogun Shogun were Japanese warlords. They played an essential role in the history of Japan, particularly in the Medieval Period. Most of them came from the Samurai[... ]

Minatogawa: The Final Battlefield of Kusunoki Masashige

Minatogawa: The Last Stand Minatogawa is the Final Battlefield of Kusunoki Masashige. The battle showed why Kusunoki Masashige is one of the most commendable warriors in Japanese history. He is[... ]

The Siege of Odawara: Toyotomi Hideyoshi’s campaign against the Hōjō clan

The Siege of Odawara In 1590, the third Siege of Odawara took place. Meanwhile, the Hojo clan is the last strong resistance against the flourishing leadership of  Toyotomi Hideyoshi. He[... ]