Kuroda Yoshitaka

Who is this?

Kuroda Yoshitaka , also known as Kuroda Kanbei , was a Japanese samurai and daimyō of the late Sengoku through the early Edo period. Renowned as a man of great ambition, he succeeded Takenaka Hanbei as a chief strategist and adviser to Toyotomi Hideyoshi. Kuroda became a Christian when he was 38, and received "Simeon Josui" as a baptismal name (rekishijin). His quick wit, bravery, and loyalty were respected by his warriors.

Career

1. 1546
   Born
2. 1604
   Passed away

Trivia

• •Place of birth: Himeji
• •Citizenship: Japan
• •Known as: samurai
• •Spouse: Teru Kushihashi