Tanegashima Tokitaka
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In this Japanese name, the surname is Tanegashima.
Tanegashima Tokitaka (1528 – October 21, 1579) was a Japanese daimyō of the Sengoku period, the 14th head of the Tanegashima clan. He is known for having first established contact with the Europeans, and producing the first European type firearms of Japan.
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Tanegashima Tokitaka | |
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Native name | 種子島 時堯 |
Born | 1528 |
Died | October 21, 1579 |
Allegiance | Shimazu clan |
Rank | Daimyo |
Unit | Tanegashima clan |
Commands held | Tanegashima island |
Battles/wars | Siege of Kajiki (1549) |
Relations | Shimazu Yoshihisa (son in law) |
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