Takenaka Shigeharu

Japanese samurai and master strategist

Takenaka Shigeharu - Japanese samurai and master strategist
Born

September 27th, 1544
480 years ago

Died

1579
446 years ago — 35 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

Japan

Links & References

Served as a prominent samurai during the Sengoku period in Japan. Played a vital role in various military campaigns and served under the powerful warlord Toyotomi Hideyoshi. Recognized for exceptional skills in strategy and engineering, particularly in the construction and design of fortifications. Contributed to the successful invasions of Shikoku and Kyushu. Established a legacy as a master of castle architecture, influencing the designs of many strongholds during the era.

Served as a strategist for Toyotomi Hideyoshi

Played a key role in the invasions of Shikoku and Kyushu

Contributed to castle design and fortification

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