Tokugawa Ienobu
Japanese shōgun and ruler
Born
June 11th, 1662
362 years ago
Died
1712
313 years ago — 50 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Japan
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Born in 1662, served as the sixth shōgun of the Tokugawa shogunate from 1709 to 1712. Oversaw a period characterized by relative stability and governance within Japan's feudal system. Implemented policies to promote economic growth, agriculture, and cultural developments. Strengthened the shogunate's political power and authority during his brief reign.
Served as the sixth shōgun of the Tokugawa shogunate
Promoted economic growth and agriculture
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