Makino Chikashige

was a Japanese daimyō of the early Edo period. He was also known by his title, Sado no kami—Makino Sado no kami Chiashige. He was the son of Makino Takumi no kami Nobushige. rightThe Makino were identified as one of the fudai or insider daimyō clans which were hereditary vassals or allies of the Tokugawa clan, in contrast with the tozama or outsider clans.

Makino clan genealogy The fudai Makino clan originated in 16th century Mikawa Province. Their elevation in status by Toyotomi Hideyoshi dates from 1588. who was a legendary Statesman and lover of the legendary Empress Jingū.

Chikashige was part of a cadet branch of the Makino which was created in 1633. Retiring in 1673, he died four years later.