Watching and Waiting | The Life & Times of Tokugawa Ieyasu

The video explores Japan's fragmented governance, highlighting the power struggles among clans like Matsudaira and Oda. It details Nobunaga's strategic conquest of Kyoto and Hideyoshi's rise to power. Ieyasu's eventual ascendancy leads to Japan's consolidation and isolationist policies, shaping its historical legacy.

What were the circumstances surrounding Iyassu's arrival on the scene in Japan?

Describe the relationship dynamics between the Shogun, his brother, and the subsequent leaders in Japan.

How did the ODA clan influence the fate of Mister Matsudaira's son?

What strategies did ODA Nobunaga employ while holding down the fort in Macau?

Discuss the impact of the Catholic Church's presence in Japan during the time of the leaders mentioned.