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Ogasawara Sadamune

1292 – 1347

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About Ogasawara Sadamune

Lived 1292 – 1347 (aged 55). Ogasawara Sadamune was a Japanese bushi and archer.

was a Japanese nobleman and a major figure in the formation of the Ogasawara-ryū.

A close ally of Ashikaga Takauji, Ogasawara was placed in charge of court etiquette. His approach to etiquette was influenced by Seisetsu Shōhō (Ch'ing-cho Cheng-ch'eng), with whom Ogasawara studied Zen Buddhism and Chinese literature.

Having inherited the headmastership of his family's school of kyujutsu and yabusame, he was archery instructor to both Takauji and Emperor Go-Daigo. He stressed the importance of inuoumono (dog-shooting) in archery practice, even writing a treatise (the Inuoumono mokuanbumi) on the subject. He also authored the Shinden kyūhō shūshinron, now regarded as a classic text on kyujutsu.

Despite having instructed Emperor Go-Daigo, Ogasawara sided with the Northern Court during the Nanboku-chō period, and was given control the province of Shinano. He was responsible for repelling Prince Muenaga from Kai.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Ogasawara Sadamune?

Japanese noble

When was Ogasawara Sadamune born?

Ogasawara Sadamune was born on 30 April 1292.

When did Ogasawara Sadamune die?

Ogasawara Sadamune died on 5 July 1347.

What was Ogasawara Sadamune's occupation?

Ogasawara Sadamune was a bushi and archer.

What nationality was Ogasawara Sadamune?

Ogasawara Sadamune was Japanese.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Ogasawara Sadamune

· Wikidata: Q7079835

· DBpedia: Ogasawara Sadamune

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