Foundations of the Bakufu | The Edo Period Episode 1

[@GlamorousTitanic21]

The story of Tokugawa Ieyasu is one of the most fascinating in history. He went from just another hostage in the service of a greater Daimyo, and left this life as the absolute ruler of all of Japan. Truly incredible.

[@himatstosh6236]

Qin Shi Huang was also raised as a hostage when he was a boy and later built a dynasty, but the empire he created disappeared just four years after his death.

[@mariusmatei2946]

​​​​​@@himatstosh6236 perhaps, in the History of China, a better comparison to the Tokugawa (shogun) Dynasty (1600-1868) would be its contemporary counterpart (in China): the (imperial) Qing Dynasty (1644-1912), a dynasty of Manchurian/outside warriors that managed to conquer China, away from the (ethnically Han Chinese) Ming Dynasty; establish their own (ethnically Manchurian) absolutist/all-powerful monarchy/regime (on all aspects of the Chinese civil society, and throughout China); but also, bring China (in the 18th century) to the apex of its imperial power, and glory!

[@aidanjanemcintosh6919]

all 3 unifiers actually had similar stories, especially Saru who actually was a total nobody. But among the three, Ieyasu has always been my favorite, but not because of what he achieved-- but what he 'didn't'. He always knew when to stop.

[@sirseegull]

how many people back then were poor as literally dirt and he’s born into a rich noble samurai clan? spending most time in leisure and martial stuff that’s like a ceo’s son becoming ceo now a days. hideyoshi was much more impressive

[@TheMercian13]

I’m reading his biography “Shogun” published by Tuttle as I speak. He’s an amazing man

[@Paul_W_222]

I'm still on your Sengoku Jidai series, but I had to click on this and say damn, what a milestone. Congrats. Truly an amazing channel.

[@BuyuudenJapaneseHistory]

Edo at last! Can’t wait to see how the series progresses!

[@thedragonofechigo7878]

I hope you dive into the assassination of Ashikaga Yoshinori and the Kyotoku war which are both preludes to the Onin war

[@lincolnhaldorsen5649]

@@thedragonofechigo7878I’m sure he will cover the Onin War

[@jimross7648]

You superbly set up the actual founding of the Tokugawa Shogunate. Ieyasu was a man who indulged his many and varied interests. I'm looking forward to the period after his was named Shogun. His requirement that the greatest Jo in Japan be built in Edo. Thereby making Edo the seat of obvious control and government for Japan. However, I'm also fascinated that when he retired as Shogun he relocated to Sunpu Jo a very modest and uninspiring Jo in Shizuoka Prefecture. This is where Ieyasu set up a shadow government that allowed him significant influence behind the formal front of the Edo showpiece. Not much remains. of this one time power centre. I may be selling Sunpu Jo short based on it's modern remains, after all it was called Castle of the Floating Isle. After the striking Nijo Jo in Kyoto and Edo Jo's majesty, whom were Ieyasu's home castles prior to his retirement, Sunpu is not in that league. The fact that he lived out his remaining years in modesty, says a great deal about the man. I look forward to the insites I will gain, as you lead us further into the Edo period.

[@Emily-86mc]

I am so excited to see the start of a new chapter! I was both happy and sad to see the Sengoku period come to an end. Thank you always for your amazing content.

[@tou291462]

I wonder if many of the samurais during the period felt the same way you do 🤔

[@Emily-86mc]

@@tou291462 I literally meant the videos not the period. But thanks. 😂

[@Emily-86mc]

@@tou291462 I was assuming people would understand, considering it was in the 1600s, but I guess not.

[@tou291462]

@@Emily-86mc oh no you misunderstood me I know what you meant I was speaking from the perspective of the people who lived during the time, I was just curious what their mindset was watching the world change around them

[@shinsenshogun900]

This varies on whatever they have become since the sword hunts and the Kirishitan inquisitions. Some will transpire into starved rebels, others will resort to petty criminal activities or seek employment elsewhere as ronin or of other undesirable professions. Many faded into the peasantry when the warrior clans cannot retain multitudes of retainers in order to rein in inefficient bureaucracy and fiscal inefficiencies

[@lukeskywalkerthe2nd773]

i wasn't there for the start of your incredible Sengoku Jidai series, Shogunate, but I'm truly honored to be here for the first episode of what's gonna be a great series covering another awesome era of Japanese history! I can't wait for more! :)

[@bushy9780]

So stoked for this era. The production quality was amazing on this video too.

[@MrSinclairn]

Ieyasu's 'BUKE SHOHATTO' is the equivalent of Henry VII of England's 'livery and maintenance' laws of 1487 & 1504,as well as James VI of Scotland's 1609 Statutes of Iona,effectively curtailing the circular rise of rival claimants and regional bases.

[@youngimperialistmkii]

There are some parallels between the Sengoku Jidai and the Wars of the Roses.

[@MrGksarathy]

​@@youngimperialistmkiiAnd the Hundred Years' War to a lesser extent.

[@TripleZHacker]

Thank you for continuing this series I am looking forward to gaining more insight on the Edo period.

[@kwek2798]

finally, i've been waiting for an edo period series

[@RosyMiranto]

Oh helo. I didn't expect a series covering the Edo Period. We all know the Siege of Osaka, or even the Bakumatsu Era. But we barely know the 250 years before Captain Perry shows up. This will be a learning experience

[@OneOkRockSamurai]

Even more for me as I only know of the black ship incident get nothing else. My learning will be truly heightened

[@RosyMiranto]

@@OneOkRockSamurai i never heard about that. Did you talk about Matthew Perry's Gunboats or something else?

[@GOMBE3]

Thanks a lot again. I always like your splendid narration and it just fits perfectly to this first video that starts the new era. This is an era of long new piece and stability but not limited to that. It was also, from other viewpoints, a long era that the all warlord clans started to cultivate economic developments in his domain after giving up supremacy through military forces. When I was very young I did not like this era and thought it was just a boring era but after getting older my appreciation to the Tokugawa period changed greatly. Looking forward to your next videos.

[@UnicornGamingRX03]

It’s like the swimming pool meme where the Japanese have the attention to Sengoku Jidai and WWII while Boshin War is a skeleton at the bottom of the pool.

[@nohandle340]

Genpei war what?

[@gilanbarona9814]

The Sengoku Jidai series was brilliant. Now we start another, and I have no doubt it will be excellent as well. I learn a lot from your videos. I look forward to this new series.

[@randomgamingchanne5472]

Oh nice! A continuation of the series into the Edo Period. Can't wait to see what wonderful tales of the period you have in store for us!

[@JPR3D]

I discovered your channel about 6 months ago, and I've been hooked ever since, outstanding quality videos. There is a noticeable improvement even more in this video, and I'm really looking forward to this series. Thank you so much.

[@TairyuShakuhachi]

❤what a series!! I can’t wait for episode 2!

[@BuruIgeru]

Oh wow, are you actually gonna cover this all the way to the Bakumatsu? it ain't even my birthday haha :D Looking forward to the new series going forward!

[@jaspermoyes4984]

absolutely loving the insane increase in production quality, cant wait to watch the rest of this series

[@derrickduncan3495]

I am incredibly excited to see a new series. The prior one of the Sengoku Jidai was massive incredibly detailed and thoroughly researched. I know a fair amount about the Edo Period in terms of what it meant for the development of Japan as we know it but am lacking on the details so this is wonderful to me seeing this series start.

[@tiffles3890]

A new series from this channel. Excellent. As always, great selection of art and music.

[@Matthew-qx6wu]

I have always loved and been intrigued by the edo period. I watched from the beginning your sengoku videos and am so glad we have made it this far. Great work my friend I love your channel! Keep it up!

[@edbagge]

Congratulations 🎊 👏 I'm sure it felt impossible getting to this point. From one creative to another can't wait to continue seeing your series.

[@LoneHeckler]

Yes! A new series!! Your sengoku series was awesome so Im excited for the new one. Keep up the good work!

[@rantingtheverse008]

Let's goooo new series! Edit: Having finished the video I can definitely see the improvement in the quality of the video! Really can't wait for more from this series!

[@poepoe5311]

I picked up Nobunaga's Ambition and I absolutely love it! Thank you so much on recommending it! ❤

[@shawnespinoza9300]

Looks like we are in store for another awesome series. I can’t wait!

[@chasetokutaro9850]

Love this new series and the format is top notch! I'm very excited to see you cover the Genroku period and the reign of Tokugawa Tsunayoshi later into the 17th century which is an era definitely in need of more coverage (I'd recommend the book The Dog Shogun by Beatrice Bodart Bailey as an excellent research resource).

[@thedragonofechigo7878]

Heeeey I actually have this book and I was wondering if it's a good book to read even if I've covered a good amount of it already. But since you say it is excellent, I'll keep reading it.

[@gilrom6367]

I'm really stoked for this new series, and I'm not even halfway through the sengoku series

[@atomixfang]

Looking forward to the next chapter of this channel.

[@sarahgreaves222]

I really appreciate all the work you've put into your videos. I work as a guide in Japan and decided a while ago to do a deep dive into the history so I can give my clients a richer understanding. Your series has been truly helpful!

[@Hilversumborn]

I can’t help but respect Ieyasu. He didn’t just end a 150 year long Civil war, he tamed it.

[@A_Toastonawhiteplate]

While I agree with that he brough long peace after a time of war the system he set up also kind of froze Japans development

[@Petey0707]

He was an opportunist and a coward

[@mojotheaverage]

@@Petey0707 say what you will, but he was no coward. He fought and commanded on the frontlines with great bravery, especially in his early career. And you can't say any of the three unifiers weren't opportunists: that's how you rise to power in an era of might makes right. Literally all of the great daimyo rose to power through conquering others, betraying liege lords or usurping their relatives.

[@galaxyomega2839]

@@A_Toastonawhiteplate yeah one of the downsides of the Tokugawa system is it was too isolated and stagnant

[@Etzellll]

He is a significant person, no doubt, and I admire him for his achievement. But he lacked honour. The way he usurped power from the Toyotomi, and how he dealt with Hideyori, is disgraceful. But alas, all great historical personalities are controversial.

[@mccloaker]

I love how you always hide the scream from Command & Conquer in your 'shouts of battle' sound effects.

[@A_Toastonawhiteplate]

He is a incredible personality in Japans History. Looking forward for the new series

[@hpsauce1078]

Nice, new history of Japan content, can't wait for the journey!

[@8kuji]

Ooh I didn't think we'd get this, I can't wait, I'm absolutely excited considering how long this period is as well. It's insane too some of the most interesting parts of Japanese history come from this period too. Can't wait for this Shogunate, also is there a chance you'll cover/play like a dragon ishin by any chance?

[@TheShogunate]

Hey! I actually already reviewed Like a Dragon Ishin kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqPYmaiun72Eisk

[@himatstosh6236]

Unfortunately, there are very few games based on this era. In novels and dramas, it is a popular genre as a "時代劇(Jidaigeki)", and it is very unfortunate that there are countless attractive characters such as Mitsukuni Tokugawa, Yoshimune Tokugawa, and Kagemoto Toyama, who are the big three of TV Jidaigeki dramas.

[@8kuji]

@@TheShogunate oops my bad I've been busy I've actually forgot that you did that. Thank you anyway

[@thedragonofechigo7878]

I hope you dive into the finances of the edo Bakufu as well since it began to decline from Iemitsus time since the construction of Nikko-Toshogu cost a lot of money as well as the pilgrimages to the shrine as well. Also, the importance of roles such as Tairo and Roju, people like Ii Naotaka, Doi Toshikatsu, Sakai Tadakiyo, Abe Masahiro, Hotta Masatoshi, etc... I like Ieyasus story from being a hostage of Yoshimoto to Tenkabito, but without Nobunaga, neither or Hideyoshi would've even realized their accomplishments years after.

[@chasetokutaro9850]

Very curious to see Hotta Masatoshi discussed in relation to his cousin and retainer Inaba Masayasu which appeared to end in a duel from the research I've gone through, that is a feud shrouded in mystery and it makes one wonder what happened.

[@thedragonofechigo7878]

@Chase Tokutaro precisely, although I'm only aware that Hotta was killed by Inaba but not sure about the duel. All I know about Hotta is that he supported Tokugawa Tsunayoshis succession to Shogun as well as others like Yanagisawa Yoshiyasu. I'm not too familiar with the edo period much since I've basically just researched the Kamakura/Muromachi periods and all encompassing events and political changes as well as battles that took place but edo period, I'm pretty close to blank there though I do know some Fudai and Tozama daimyo as well as daimyo houses that were abolished and some reforms that took place but that's about it.

[@Randamono]

I am just starting studying the kamakura period and finishing the setting yo the stage series but I can’t wait to catch up!

[@randomarkansan6094]

I’m so glad you’re going to continue putting out videos for us

[@shawntoyotomi3851]

I’m happy I’m found your channel big fan of the sengoku jidai and your teaching me a lot keep it up bro

[@michaelthepizzahuman]

FINALU I HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS

[@jaismf]

New series? LETSSS GOOOOOOOO

[@ArtieKendall]

Subscribed for the samurai history, stayed for the ukiyo-e imagery.

[@shinsenshogun900]

Anticipating for indefinite samurai history and culture as always

[@antoninuslarpus7107]

Oh dear god, it continues. I can't wait for more.

[@mojotheaverage]

Super excited for this era being covered! Most histories you read of the samurai go into great detail about the sengoku jidai and then gloss over the edo period and skip straight the meiji restoration

[@Steven-dt5nu]

Your work has evolved greatly. I can tell you love what you do. Thank you for your passion, in what you do, your love of history. The information is what matters. 🤙😊

[@Devinci297]

Cool, I'll be watching this series. Good job!

[@GlassJoe1337]

Thank you for the new series

[@zalop.]

i love ur content u make it entertaining staring at pictures of samurai and takling about samurai history

[@gilet102]

Man I can’t believe a new series is now starting. I’ve been watching since “setting the stage” series a while back. Can’t wait for more vids

[@marcelostalker]

I'll admit, I never bothered giving any closer look to the Tokugawa Shogunate past Iemitsu, all the way until it's last years with the reformation, so this will be a good chance to learn more abouth those years.

[@sdf1243]

14:16 "It mandated that daimyo spend large portions of the year residing in Edo away from their domains." It's a little old view. Most daimyo and their family went to Edo to show their loyalty to the shogunate. After that, the shogunate made the law.

[@roji.sensei]

Thank you 🙌

[@krimzonstriker7534]

Gonna be an interesting series, and more of a cultural outlook. Don't forget your sushi stalls in the meantime though 🍣

[@joeschmoe6392]

Thank you for this, so excited for this new series. Watched each and every one of your previous Sengoku Jidai series. Arigato gozaimasu! Keep up the good works

[@idontknowhatmynameshouldbe]

I’m excited for this!!!

[@kokroughtoss1257]

Nice. New Shogunate Video. Very cool.

[@quincykearney9862]

The Edo Period was the greatest period in Japan history. But some people felt that the Tokugawa Shogun should never close Japan off from the world.

[@shinsenshogun900]

It sure however is one cruel way to maintain national cultures and religions at the face of intruding adversaries, away from Spanish Catholics and tools of peace that can significantly alter the new order Ieyasu has reaped upon for his clan and country.

[@quincykearney9862]

Very true indeed. But one Ieyasu descended write a book about his family history. In his book he say even though the Tokugawa Shogun was powerful, they should never close Japan off the from world. He also said that Japan could have accomplished a lot of thing if they wasn't isolated.

[@Ehrle6969]

Sengoku era was the greatest edo was mid

[@pedroarroyo345]

Dude you made my day no joke

[@ThomasBarsegian-co3du]

You are a great storyteller who speaks truth, I've studied,checked...! Thank you for your work, time, dedication, mastery's of the spoken word!!!All of Japan Thanks you .At least I Hope so, I do!!!!🏯🇯🇵⛩️🇯🇵🎎🇯🇵♥️💕🥰💖

[@Erosgates]

Love your channel, man. I listen to it while I’m driving all of the time.

[@deanedge5988]

Most excellent - thank you

[@a84c1]

It's interesting that ieyasu made hidetada his sucessor after what hidetada did a sekigahara.

[@Ehrle6969]

Masayuki solos

[@mikotagayuna8494]

The Buddha said “One who conquers himself is greater than another who conquers a thousand times a thousand on the battlefield.” Tokugawa Ieyasu did not himself subdue the various territories of Japan, as did his predecessors. He was fortunate to inherit the fruits of their struggles for unification. But only Tokugawa conquered the people, because of the three great warlords, only he had first conquered himself.

[@Sondan1988]

As always, nice job man !

[@Eli-akad]

It always interested me concerning the relationship of the emperor and the samurai. I never really understood how he had power, even the events of the warring states was allowed to happen. It would appear at least to me and my current knowledge that the emperor was essentially already just a figurehead, only stepping in every now and then

[@-RONNIE]

Thank you for the video

[@roninjimojisan2572]

I'm grateful to learn from these videos. Always having had an interest, & growing up a fan of ninja anime, & samurai (growing up I adored "Lone Wolf & Cub"). A lot of this help me enjoy it more.

[@johnvonshepard9373]

5:01 video start

I enjoyed this video and found it to be most informative. Thank you for your work

[@mikailkalashnikov1448]

I’ve been interested in this era since watching some of your videos 👍

[@lewsoowiej5963]

Thank you, it is great that series is continued

[@ellendolloff9127]

So interesting...thank you for teaching me more about Japan. Have been fascinated by this country since my grandmother brought me a kimono and a beautiful doll. This was in the early 60's.

[@ryans3001]

Thank you for your beautiful videos, sensai. 🙏

[@samhendren9126]

Hell yeah! Any ideas on how long you'll make this series? Really looking forward to seeing you cover this era. Any ideas on the number of episodes this series will have?

[@TheShogunate]

Not sure how long it will be yet, sometimes it gets a bit hard to plan that out as I find out more info as I go

[@theromanorder]

I know your patrion controls your videos but can u please make a sendoku jedi compilation.. (Sorry if i miss spelt it im very tired and also dyslexic like alot of people these days)

[@Petey0707]

"Begun, the Edo Period has" said Yoda

[@EmperorTikacuti]

Despite receiving betrayal, pressure and opposition from all adversaries regardless of their background(s), Tokugawa Ieyasu stood above all wouldn’t let His ambitions end desolate. In the end, He annihilated them all for an ambition He desired not for Himself but for all to understand, it was simply for “PEACE”

[@johndutchman]

Great video . . well done !

[@pinoydataanalyst1705]

Wow, I was waiting for this series since you completed sengoko jidai. I didn't know you have some episodes already. I will follow this series closely! 👏

[@ThomasBarsegian-co3du]

Togugawa was a struggling GENIUS,thanks Shouganate.... your correct about alot of things, I've investag ated it !!!

[@verushistorie]

please talk about the political economic structure in the following episodes. The banks, the fiat currencies, the futures markets, the decentralization of markets to regional markets, the infanticide to limit population to maintain living standards, etc. Oh, the tenmei famine (market induced due to cash crops and rice wine cultivation) is very interesting. Oh and technological developments; electricity, robots, adult magazines, plumbing (water that was pumped upwards), using general anesthesia in 1804 for general surgery.. Yes peace is boring. But been ranked 4th in world pop in 1700 is kinda weird.

[@ToudaHell]

1st time I read this, I thought the title said the Foundations of Daifuku. Delicious.

[@ShuajoX]

Smiled when I saw this in my notifications.

[@OneOkRockSamurai]

Was that a death poem at the beginning?

[@rgreed20081]

Oda Nobunaga has mix the recipe for the Rice Cake of Unity. Toyotomi Hideyoshi had bake the Rice Cake. Tokugawa Ieyasu was the first eat the Rice Cake Than share it with others.

[@laurewinkelmans9501]

So glad I found this. I'm very interested in Edo, mainly because of the art and culture during that time.

[@shinsenshogun900]

“From there on, there will be no more wars, for we have won an age of frequent conflicts. Hey you there peasant! Where have you acquired these mothballed teppou? You bear the heathen image of the cross in your collar?!? Do not resist for it is an act of war! Prepare to die, infidel!” -Tokugawa Japan in a nutshell I

[@theuniverse5173]

Shimabara rebellion video soon

[@natedrawsthings]

"Begun, the Edo Period has" Jedi Master The Shogunate

[@mattwobes3625]

Yes the shogunate is back with a new series!!

[@manswitnohans7618]

Love learning about this time even if it’s not all filled with war stories

[@y11851]

Love your voice lol and videos this channel rocks and thank you for the videos

[@mieyzashidi4918]

After watching SEKIGAHARA I can’t help but see Ieyasu as a bad man..And feel bad for his last Rival ‘the justice’ Mitsunari

[@samwill7259]

Longest government period Japan had ever had Maybe I'm being idealistic, but I hope their democracy is able to blow that record out of the water.

[@Mickey-v7p]

“So, these bloody Christians are trying to use their religion as an excuse to conquer nations, eh?! Well, let us eradicate these heretics once and for all and as for those who embraced their faith, they either abandon that God of theirs or perish” -the Tokugawa Shogunate

[@FiERRO414]

Brushing up on history, before I play rise of the ronin 👍

[@japanse_samurai9456]

Please put this, and other video's on Spotify as a podcast

[@jurtra9090]

That means we're gonna get into 47 Ronin someday. YEESSS Will there still be a samurai game review? I'm curious about your review on games like Nioh or Taiko Risshiden. Thanks

[@TheShogunate]

Reviews will still flow like normal

[@jurtra9090]

@@TheShogunateShogunate appreciate the reply. been subscribing to you since 3 years ago. keep up the good content.

[@MCorpReview]

James Clavell’s anjin San 😂