Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tokugawa
noun
/ˈtoʊkuˈɡɑːwɑː/
Definition
A prominent Japanese shogunate that ruled from 1603 to 1868, marking the Edo period, characterized by economic stability and isolation from foreign influences.
Examples
- The Tokugawa shogunate implemented strict social orders.
- The Peace of the Tokugawa era allowed for the development of Japanese culture.
- During the Tokugawa period, Japan saw a flourishing of the arts.
Meaning
Tokugawa refers to both the family name and the shogunate that controlled Japan, establishing a feudal government that maintained peace and order for over two centuries.
Synonyms
- Shogunate
- Feudal regime
- Japanese history (Edo period)
