Battle of Sekigahara

The Battle of Sekigahara, fought in 1600, was a decisive conflict in Japan that determined the country's future leadership. It pitted the forces of Tokugawa Ieyasu against a coalition of rival lords (daimyo) led by Ishida Mitsunari. Ieyasu's victory consolidated power, allowing him to establish the Tokugawa Shogunate, which ruled Japan for over 250 years. The battle's outcome ended a period of civil war and set the stage for relative peace and stability under Tokugawa rule. It is considered one of the most important battles in Japanese history, shaping the nation's political landscape for centuries.