Ep. 11: Imagawa Yoshimoto was a highly regarded veteran during the Sengoku period
Aired on June 28, 2017

Imagawa Yoshitomo achieved significant eminence during the Sengoku period. Although he is most well-known for his defeat at the hands of Oda Nobunaga at Okehazama, this episode explores the specific reasons why it was such an impressive feat for the warlord from Owari to defeat him. The narrative focuses on explaining the circumstances that allowed Nobunaga to take down this highly regarded veteran, providing context for the historical significance of the battle and the reputation of the fallen commander.
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