Asano Naganori

Japanese government official

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In seppuku
…murder of their lord (daimyo), Asano Naganori, avenged his death by assassinating the daimyo Kira Yoshinaka (a retainer of the shogun Tokugawa Tsunayoshi), whom they held responsible for Asano’s murder. Afterward the shogun ordered all the participating samurai to commit seppuku. The story soon became the basis of the popular…
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In 47 rōnin
…appointed to receive them, including Asano Naganori from Akō (now in Hyōgo prefecture). Because these men were ignorant of court etiquette, they were directed to consult Kira Yoshinaka, a retainer of the shogun and an expert in such matters. The other two daimyo gave Kira lavish presents to ensure his…
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