Ashikaga Yoshimochi

Japanese shōgun during the Muromachi period

Ashikaga Yoshimochi - Leaders & Politicians born 1386
Born

1386
640 years ago

Died
Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Japan

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Served as the fourth shōgun of the Ashikaga shogunate from 1409 until his death in 1428. Succeeded his father, Ashikaga Yoshimitsu, and inherited a period marked by political strife and the need to consolidate power among the various clans. His rule saw the continuation of the civil conflicts that characterized the era, known as the Nanboku-chō period. Initiated a series of diplomatic relations with the Ryukyu Kingdom, thereby expanding trade. Despite challenges, managed to maintain control over the eastern provinces.

Served as the fourth shōgun of the Ashikaga shogunate

Expanded diplomatic relations with the Ryukyu Kingdom

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