Ii Naomori facts for kids
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Ii Naomori
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| Head of Ii clan | |
| In office 1542–1560 |
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| Preceded by | Ii Naomune |
| Succeeded by | Ii Naotora |
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| Born | 1506 or 1526 |
| Died | June 12, 1560 |
| Children | Ii Naotora |
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| Allegiance |  Imagawa clan |
| Unit | Ii clan |
| Battles/wars | Battle of Okehazama |
Ii Naomori (井伊 直盛, 1506 or 1526 – June 12, 1560) was a brave Japanese samurai who lived during the 1500s. This time was called the Sengoku period, a time of many wars in Japan. Naomori was an important helper, or "retainer," for a powerful leader named Imagawa Yoshimoto. He was the head of the Ii clan, a famous family of warriors. His childhood name was Toramatsu.
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Who Was Ii Naomori?
Ii Naomori was born in either 1506 or 1526. He became the leader of the Ii clan in 1542. His father, Ii Naomune, was the previous head of the clan. Naomori served the powerful Imagawa clan, who controlled a large area of Japan.
Serving the Imagawa Clan
As a retainer, Ii Naomori was a loyal warrior and advisor to the Imagawa clan. He helped manage their lands and led troops in battles. His loyalty was very important during the Sengoku period, when different clans fought for control of Japan.
Ii Naomori's Family Life
Naomori had a daughter named Ii Naotora. She would later become very famous herself. After Naomori's death, Naotora took over as the head of the Ii clan. This was unusual for the time, as women rarely led clans.
- Father: Ii Naomune
- Mother: Joshin’in
- Wife: Yugiri (died 1578)
- Daughter: Ii Naotora
- Adopted son: Ii Naochika
The Battle of Okehazama
In 1560, Ii Naomori took part in a very important battle called the Battle of Okehazama. He was fighting alongside his lord, Imagawa Yoshimoto. Their army was very large and powerful.
A Surprise Attack
The Imagawa army was surprised by a smaller force led by Oda Nobunaga. Nobunaga attacked during thick fog and after heavy rain. This made it hard for the Imagawa army to see and react.
Naomori's Heroic End
During this sudden attack, Ii Naomori bravely tried to protect his lord, Imagawa Yoshimoto. Sadly, Naomori was killed in the battle on June 12, 1560. His death was a big loss for the Ii clan and the Imagawa clan.
Legacy of the Ii Clan
After Ii Naomori's death, his daughter, Ii Naotora, became the head of the Ii clan. She was a strong leader who helped her clan survive during tough times.
Ii Naomasa and Tokugawa Ieyasu
Naotora later adopted a young man named Ii Naomasa. He grew up to be one of the most famous samurai in Japanese history. Ii Naomasa became one of the Four Guardian Kings of Tokugawa Ieyasu. These "Guardian Kings" were the most trusted and skilled generals of Ieyasu, who eventually united Japan.
