Ashikaga Yoshimasa
Japanese shōgun and cultural patron
Born
January 20th, 1436
589 years ago
Died
January 27th, 1490
535 years ago — 54 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Japan
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Born in 1436, served as the 8th shōgun of the Ashikaga shogunate from 1449 until 1473. Oversaw a period marked by cultural flourishing in Japan, particularly during the Muromachi period. Established the Ginkaku-ji, a Zen temple in Kyoto, and supported the development of the tea ceremony and ink painting. His reign faced political turmoil and civil strife, culminating in the Onin War, which significantly affected the governance of Japan. Although governance waned, the cultural heritage initiated during his tenure later influenced various art forms and Japanese aesthetics.
Served as shōgun from 1449 to 1473
Patroned the arts, particularly Noh theater
Established Ginkaku-ji in Kyoto
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