Sakata Shōhei (historical figure)

Sakata Shōhei (1913–1991) was a prominent Japanese historian and scholar known for his work on the Edo period and early modern Japan. He specialized in historical methodology and contributed to understanding Japan’s social and political transformations during the 17th to 19th centuries. Shōhei emphasized the importance of primary sources and careful analysis in historical research, aiming to provide a nuanced view of Japanese history. His scholarship greatly influenced the study of Japan’s development and helped shape modern historical perspectives within the country.