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Why the Tragic Ushiwakamaru Is Favored by the Japanese - Why Was Yoshitsune Killed by Yoritomo?

Summary by BUSHOO!JAPAN(武将ジャパン)
After defeating the Taira clan, Minamoto no Yoshitsune died on June 15, 1189 (April 30, leap year, Bunji 5). Although his brilliant achievements on the battlefield will remain in posterity, he was eventually pursued by his brother, Minamoto no Yoritomo, and fled to Oshu where he met a heroic end. Many people are now captivated by his tragic life, and the majority see Yoritomo as a cold-hearted person. This sentiment is called "Hangan biiki" (fav…
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After defeating the Taira clan, Minamoto no Yoshitsune died on June 15, 1189 (April 30, leap year, Bunji 5). Although his brilliant achievements on the battlefield will remain in posterity, he was eventually pursued by his brother, Minamoto no Yoritomo, and fled to Oshu where he met a heroic end. Many people are now captivated by his tragic life, and the majority see Yoritomo as a cold-hearted person. This sentiment is called "Hangan biiki" (fav…

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BUSHOO!JAPAN(武将ジャパン) broke the news in on Saturday, June 14, 2025.
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