Ep. 18: Ashikaga Yoshimitsu's Rise Brings Stability to the Early Muromachi Era
Aired on October 11, 2017
During the first three decades of the Muromachi period, political instability threatened the region due to conflicts between rival imperial throne claimants and regional daimyo. This grim outlook shifted significantly when Ashikaga Yoshimitsu assumed the role of shogun. Upon taking power, he actively began addressing and resolving the ongoing disputes among these factions. His leadership marked a turning point, effectively sorting out the problems that had previously caused uncertainty and conflict within the government structure.
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