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Tokugawa Iemitsu

The third shogun of the Tokugawa shogunate of Japan (1604–1651)

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Tokugawa Iemitsu was a Japanese samurai, daimyo and the first shōgun of the Tokugawa dynasty. He was the eldest son of Tokugawa Hidetada with Oeyo, and the grandson of Tokugawa Ieyasu. Lady Kasuga was his wet nurse, who acted as his political adviser and was at the forefront of shogunate negotiations with the Imperial court. Iemitsu ruled from 1623 to 1651; during this period he crucified Christians, expelled all Europeans from Japan and closed the borders of the country, a foreign policy that continued for over 200 years after its institution.

Quick facts

Born
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Place of birth
Edo Castle wd
Died
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Place of death
Edo Castle wd
Citizenship
Tokugawa shogunate, Japan wd
Occupation
politician wd
Spouse
Takatsukasa Takako, Jishōin, Hōju-in wd

Positions held wd

  • Sadaijin (9 October 1626 – 8 June 1651)
  • Naidaijin (23 August 1623 – 9 October 1626)
  • shogun (1623–1651)
  • Konoe Daisho (since 1623)

Questions

When was Tokugawa Iemitsu born?
Tokugawa Iemitsu was born on 12 August 1604 in Edo Castle.
What positions has Tokugawa Iemitsu held?
Positions held by Tokugawa Iemitsu include: Sadaijin (1626–1651); Naidaijin (1623–1626); shogun (1623–1651); Konoe Daisho (since 1623).

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Tokugawa Iemitsu · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q314481 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: Iemitu.jpg by The author creates a file. (Public domain)

Last updated · facts checked 10 November 2026

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