Minamoto no Yoritomo
Japanese shōgun and military leader
Born
May 9th, 1147
878 years ago
Died
February 9th, 1199
826 years ago — 51 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Japan
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Established the Kamakura shogunate, marking the start of the feudal era in Japan. Maintained authority over military and political matters, transitioning power from the imperial court to the shōgunate. His leadership led to significant political changes and the establishment of a military government that would influence Japan for centuries.
Founded the Kamakura shogunate in 1192
Defeated the Taira clan in the Genpei War
Institutionalized samurai rule in Japan
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