About Arima Yoshisada
Lived 1521 – 1577 (aged 55–56). Arima Yoshisada was a military personnel and tycoon.
Arima Yoshisada (1521-1576) was a Japanese daimyo from Hizen. He lived during the Sengoku period. He was the son and successor of Arima Haruzumi and the father of Kirishitan daimyo Arima Harunobu. He was the 12th head of the Arima clan.
In 1563, Yoshisada formed a partnership with the Portuguese and the Jesuits due to the goods they brought to the domain. In 1576, Yoshisada converted to Christianity, along with some of his subjects.
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Who was Arima Yoshisada?
Japanese Daimyo from Hizen
When was Arima Yoshisada born?
Arima Yoshisada was born in 1521 in Ashikaga shogunate, Hizen Province, Japan.
When did Arima Yoshisada die?
Arima Yoshisada died on 15 January 1577.
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Arima Yoshisada was a military personnel and tycoon.
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