Ikoma Chikamasa facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Ikoma Chikamasa |
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| 生駒 親正 | |
Ikoma Chikamasa
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| Lord of Takamatsu | |
| In office 1570–1600 |
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| Preceded by | Ikoma Chikashige |
| Succeeded by | Ikoma Kazumasa |
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| Born | 1526 |
| Died | March 25, 1603 Takamatsu Castle (Sanuki) |
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| Allegiance |  Oda clan Toyotomi clan Western Army |
| Rank | Daimyo, chūrō |
| Unit |  Ikoma clan |
| Commands | Takamatsu Castle |
| Battles/wars | Siege of Inabayama Ishiyama Hongan-ji War Battle of Nagashino Battle of Yamazaki Battle of Shizugatake Siege of Odawara Battle of Bunroku Sekigahara campaign |
Ikoma Chikamasa (born 1526, died March 25, 1603) was an important Japanese leader during a time of big changes in Japan. He was a daimyō, which means a powerful regional ruler. Chikamasa was a skilled warrior and served two of Japan's most famous leaders: Oda Nobunaga and Toyotomi Hideyoshi. Hideyoshi even chose him as one of his three special advisors, called chūrō.
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Chikamasa's Military Career
Ikoma Chikamasa was known for his loyalty and bravery in many battles. He helped shape the future of Japan during a period of civil war.
Working for Oda Nobunaga
In 1566, Chikamasa began working for Oda Nobunaga, a powerful warlord. He joined Nobunaga's forces when they attacked Mino Province. From then on, he worked closely with Toyotomi Hideyoshi, who was one of Nobunaga's top generals. Chikamasa fought in important battles like the Battle of Nagashino in 1575. He also took part in the Ishiyama Hongan-ji War and battles in Kii Province in 1577.
Serving Toyotomi Hideyoshi
After Nobunaga died, Chikamasa continued to serve Toyotomi Hideyoshi. He was very active in several major battles. These included the Battle of Yamazaki in 1582 and the Battle of Shizugatake in 1583. He also fought in the Siege of Odawara in 1590 and the Battle of Bunroku in 1592.
Because of his great service, Hideyoshi rewarded Chikamasa with a large amount of land. This land was in Sanuki Province and produced 171,800 koku of rice. A koku was a measure of rice, showing how wealthy and powerful a daimyō was. In Hideyoshi's later years, Chikamasa was appointed as one of the three chūrō. These were important advisors who helped Hideyoshi manage the country.
The Big Battle of Sekigahara
In 1600, Japan faced a huge conflict called the Battle of Sekigahara. This battle decided who would rule Japan next. Ikoma Chikamasa was part of the Western Army, led by Ishida Mitsunari. However, his son, Ikoma Kazumasa, fought on the other side, with Tokugawa Ieyasu's Eastern Army.
Chikamasa stayed in Sanuki Province during the battle. He sent his trusted retainers (loyal followers) to fight for him. This was a clever strategy to protect the Ikoma family. No matter which side won, one of them would be on the winning side. Because Kazumasa fought for Ieyasu, the Ikoma clan was allowed to keep their lands after the battle. Even so, Chikamasa took responsibility for being on the losing side. He officially gave up his position as head of the family to his son, Kazumasa.
Later Life and Death
After the Battle of Sekigahara, Chikamasa decided to become a priest. He went to live at Mount Kōya, a famous religious mountain. Soon after, he was allowed to return to Sanuki Province. Ikoma Chikamasa passed away in 1603 at Takamatsu Castle.
See also
In Spanish: Ikoma Chikamasa para niños
