Battle of Konodai (1538)
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The 1538 battle of Kōnodai took place during the Sengoku period
of Japanese history, fought by the leader of the Hōjō
, Hōjō Ujitsuna
, against the combined forces of Satomi Yoshitaka and Ashikaga Yoshiaki (Oyumi). After a long fought battle between the Hōjō and the allied forces, Ujitsuna arose as the victor.
Sengoku period
The or Warring States period in Japanese history was a time of social upheaval, political intrigue, and nearly constant military conflict that lasted roughly from the middle of the 15th century to the beginning of the 17th century. The name "Sengoku" was adopted by Japanese historians in reference...
of Japanese history, fought by the leader of the Hōjō
Late Hojo clan
The ' was one of the most powerful warrior clans in Japan in the Sengoku period and held domains primarily in the Kantō region.The clan is traditionally reckoned to be started by Ise Shinkurō, who came from a branch of the prestigious Ise clan, a family in the direct employment of the Ashikaga...
, Hōjō Ujitsuna
Hojo Ujitsuna
was the son of Hōjō Sōun, founder of the Go-Hōjō clan. He continued his father's quest to gain control of the Kantō ....
, against the combined forces of Satomi Yoshitaka and Ashikaga Yoshiaki (Oyumi). After a long fought battle between the Hōjō and the allied forces, Ujitsuna arose as the victor.