Minamoto
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In one screen narrating the Battle of Yashima, Minamoto clan cavalry descend through a narrow pass to storm a Taira clan fortress.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 7, 2026
Minamoto triumphed, winning the naval Battle of Dannoura in 1185.
From Textbooks • Apr. 19, 2023
And to purchase the Japanese sweets featured in the photo shoot, visit Minamoto Kitchoan, Yume Confections and mochi Rin.
From New York Times • Aug. 14, 2017
In 1192, the emperor gave a Minamoto leader named Yoritomo the title of shogun, or “supreme general of the emperor’s army.”
From Textbooks • Jan. 1, 2012
Minamoto Yoritomo, 1186-1199, died; received his appointment as shōgun in 1192.
From Japan by Murray, David
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