Ashikaga Yoshimitsu

Japanese shōgun and Zen patron

Ashikaga Yoshimitsu - Japanese shōgun and Zen patron
Born

September 25th, 1358
667 years ago

Died

May 31st, 1408
617 years ago — 49 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Japan

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Served as the third shōgun of the Ashikaga shogunate from 1394 until death in 1408. Played a significant role in the Muromachi period of Japan, fostering culture and political stability. Initiated a period of relative peace and patronized the arts, including Noh theater. Expanded the influence of the Ashikaga clan and established the foundations for the flourishing of Japanese culture during later periods.

Established the Ashikaga shogunate's prestige

Patronized the development of Noh theater

Strengthened political control over Japan

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