Fin vs History A Long Back and Sides | Feudal Japan (Part 2)
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Oct 9, 2025 Dive into the tumultuous world of Feudal Japan as the hosts discuss Nobunaga's rise and the fierce resentment it sparked among warlords. Discover the brutal Siege of Mount Hiei and the shocking repercussions that followed. Learn about the strategic brilliance at the Battle of Nagashino and the reality of ninjas, who were more tactics than mystique. Follow the power plays with Toyotomi Hideyoshi's ascension and the dramatic Honnō-ji coup that sealed Nobunaga's fate. It's feudal intrigue with a humorous twist!
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Buddhist Temples As Military Powers
- Nobunaga saw militant Buddhist temple armies as political threats and moved to eliminate them.
- The 1571 burning of Mount Hiei massacred thousands and ended Buddhist military influence in Japan.
Nagashino’s Engineered Kill Zone
- The Battle of Nagashino used layered volley fire, archers and spearmen to create a lethal kill zone.
- The Takeda suffered about 10,000 dead after repeated waves stalled at barricades.
Image Building As Power Consolidation
- Nobunaga used displays of power and symbolism to craft a fearsome image, like Azuchi Castle's mirror room.
- This cultivated reputation helped brand him the 'Demon King of the Six Heavens.'