Japan Under The Shoguns

  • May 9, 1147

    Minamoto is born

    Minamoto is born in Owari Province, Japan
  • Period: May 9, 1147 to Feb 9, 1299

    Lifespan of Minamoto

  • Period: 1159 to 1179

    Minamoto Captured

    After his father's defeat, he was held captive by the enemy under heavy surveillance by his enemy, the Taira Clan.
  • Apr 25, 1185

    Battle of Dan no ura

    Minamoto destroys the Taira Clan in a decisive naval battle.
  • Aug 21, 1192

    Japan's first military government was formed

    Called The "Bakufu", Yorimoto established Japan's first military government. or the Kamakura Shogunate. translated as "Tent Government"