Hōjō Yasutoki

Third Shikken of the Kamakura Shogunate, who solidified the Hōjō regency's power.

Biographical Overview & Key Facts

Subject:
Hōjō Yasutoki
Role / Field:
Third Shikken of the Kamakura Shogunate, who solidified the Hōjō regency's power.
Born:
1183
Died:
1242-07-14
Century / Era:
1183s Historical Era
Database Source:
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Origins & Early Life

Hōjō Yasutoki (北条 泰時; 1183 – July 14, 1242) was the third shikken (regent) of the Kamakura shogunate in Japan. He strengthened the political system of the Hōjō regency. He was the eldest son of second shikken Hōjō Yoshitoki. According to Azuma Kagami, he was liked by the first shōgun, Minamoto no Yoritomo. In 1218, he became the chief (bettō) of the Board of Retainers (samurai-dokoro).

Career & Major Achievements

In the Jōkyū War of 1221, he led shogunate forces against the imperial court in Kyoto. After his victory, he remained in Kyoto and set up the Rokuhara Tandai. Yasutoki and his uncle Tokifusa became the first tandai. When his father Yoshitoki and aunt Hōjō Masako died, he succeeded to become shikken in 1224. He installed Hōjō Tokifusa as the first rensho.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

In 1225 he created the Hyōjō (評定), the council system of the shogunate. In 1232 he promulgated the Goseibai Shikimoku, the legal code of the shogunate. He was highly praised for his impartial justice. In 1242, he was ordained as a Buddhist monk and took the Dharma name Jōshōbō Kan'a (上聖房観阿). He died in the same year.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

  1. 1183: Birth of Hōjō Yasutoki — Third Shikken of the Kamakura Shogunate, who solidified the Hōjō regency's power.
  2. 1218: 1218 Milestone — In 1218, he became the chief (bettō) of the Board of Retainers (samurai-dokoro).
  3. 1221: 1221 Milestone — In the Jōkyū War of 1221, he led shogunate forces against the imperial court in Kyoto.
  4. 1224: 1224 Milestone — When his father Yoshitoki and aunt Hōjō Masako died, he succeeded to become shikken in 1224.
  5. 1225: 1225 Milestone — In 1225 he created the Hyōjō (評定), the council system of the shogunate.
  6. 1232: 1232 Milestone — In 1232 he promulgated the Goseibai Shikimoku, the legal code of the shogunate.
  7. 1242 (1242-07-14): Passing & Historical Legacy — Hōjō Yasutoki passed away on 1242-07-14, leaving an enduring historical legacy.

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Hōjō Yasutoki

True or False: “Hōjō Yasutoki was solely responsible for establishing the council system of the shogunate in 1225.”

Answer (FALSE ❌): While he created the Hyōjō (council system) in 1225, his uncle Tokifusa was also instrumental in the early political structures.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Hōjō Yasutoki

Who was Hōjō Yasutoki and what are their primary contributions?

Third Shikken of the Kamakura Shogunate, who solidified the Hōjō regency's power. Origins & Early Life: Hōjō Yasutoki (北条 泰時; 1183 – July 14, 1242) was the third shikken (regent) of the Kamakura shogunate in Japan. He strengthened the political system of the Hōjō regency. He was the eldest son of second shikken Hōjō Yoshitoki. According to Azuma Kagami, he was liked by the first shōgun, Minamoto no Yoritomo. In 1218, he became the chief (bettō) of the Board of Retainers (samurai-dokoro).

When was Hōjō Yasutoki born and during which historical era did they live?

Hōjō Yasutoki was born on 1183 and passed away on 1242-07-14. For complete historical world events during this era, explore the 1183 Chrono-Archive.

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