Ch 8.3 Samurai and Shogun Main Ideas 1. The emperor of Japan grew weaker and noble families gained power 2. The rising power of the samurai led to a military government in Japan. 3. Military leaders ruled Japan for centuries.
622 1868
Prince Shotoku
Prince Shotoku
Who was he? Son of an Emperor Yomei Regent Held power from 593-622 Prince Regent Held power from 593-622
Why he’s important impressed by Chinese culture Spread Chinese ideas Confucianism Chinese form of writing Shipbuilding Weaving Medicine astronomy Encouraged spread of Buddhism
Oda Nobunaga OH-dah NOH-boo-NAH-gah
Oda Nobunaga OH-dah NOH-boo-NAH-gah