Toyotomi Hideyoshi

(February 2, 1536 or March 26, 1537–September 18, 1598) was a military leader of Japan. He was born in Owari (which is now called Nagoya city, Aichi prefecture). He grew up to become a daimyo. Hideyoshi came to power after his master, Oda Nobunaga. When Nobunaga was killed by Akechi Mitsuhide, Hideyoshi defeated Akechi soon later, and unified Japan. He built the Osaka Castle in Osaka. He became a regent for the Emperor. The time of Hideyoshi's rule is usually called the Momoyama period.

Toyotomi Hideyoshi made many changes in laws and culture. For example, he made a law that only samurai could carry weapons.

 Other websites 

 SengokuDaimyo.com The website of Samurai Author and Historian Anthony J. Bryant

Category:Daimyo
Category:1536 births
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Category:People from Aichi Prefecture