Eastern ArmyHosokawa
Hosokawa Tadaoki
細川忠興
“Sansai / One of Rikyū's Seven Disciples”
1563–1646 (aged 84)
- Rank / office
- Governor of Etchū
- Domain / base
- Tango → Kokura, Buzen
- Banner / crest
- Nine stars
- Battles in 3D
- 1 battle
Portrait · Source: Wikimedia Commons (public domain)
Son of Hosokawa Fujitaka, who served the Ashikaga and the Oda, and husband of Akechi Mitsuhide's daughter Gracia. After Honnō-ji he refused to join his father-in-law and kept faith with the Oda. He was also a tea master, one of Rikyū's seven disciples. Before Sekigahara his wife Gracia died in the family mansion rather than be taken hostage; he fought hard for the Eastern Army and received Kokura in Buzen.
Life and battlesGold dots mark battles you can watch in 3D
- 1582Tenshō 10
The decision after Honnō-ji
Refused to join his father-in-law Mitsuhide's rebellion and shaved his head to show his loyalty to the Oda.
- 1600Keichō 5
The death of Gracia
While he was on campaign, his wife Gracia, refusing to become a hostage, died in the Osaka mansion.
- 1600Keichō 5
Sekigahara
Fought the Ishida contingent for the Eastern Army and was granted Kokura afterwards.
Battle of Sekigahara 5,000 troops Watch in 3D › Pressed on Mount Sasao beside the Kuroda contingent and fought a see-saw battle with the Ishida main force.
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FAQ
Who was Hosokawa Tadaoki?
Known as “Sansai”. A warrior of both arts and arms counted among Rikyū's seven disciples. He lost his wife Gracia on the eve of Sekigahara, then fought the Ishida contingent for the Eastern Army.
What rank or office did Hosokawa Tadaoki hold?
Governor of Etchū.
When did Hosokawa Tadaoki live?
Hosokawa Tadaoki was born in 1563 and died in 1646.
Can I watch Hosokawa Tadaoki's battles in 3D?
Yes. On Sengoku 3D you can watch the Battle of Sekigahara (1600) in 3D, following the deployments and troop movements.
