Tokugawa Ieyasu

Tokugawa Ieyasu was a powerful Japanese leader who unified Japan in the early 17th century and established the Tokugawa shogunate, a ruling government that brought stability and peace after a long period of civil war. He was known for his strategic mind, territorial consolidations, and careful diplomacy. His rule lasted from 1603 to 1616, during which Japan experienced economic growth and cultural development while remaining isolated from much of the outside world. Ieyasu’s legacy shaped Japan’s political structure for over two centuries, influencing its history, society, and culture.