Naoe Kanetsugu
Japanese samurai of the 16th–17th centuries (1559–1620)
Died aged 60Japan
Biography
Naoe Kanetsugu (直江 兼続; 1559 – January 23, 1620) was a Japanese samurai of the 16th–17th centuries. The eldest son of Higuchi Kanetoyo, Kanetsugu was famed for his service to two generations of the Uesugi daimyōs. He was also known by his court title, Yamashiro no Kami (山城守) or his childhood name, Higuchi Kanetsugu (樋口 兼続).
Kanetsugu served first as a koshō (小姓) to Uesugi Kenshin. After Kenshin had died, he served as Karō to Kagekatsu, the adopted son of Kenshin. Kanetsugu's brother, Ōkuni Saneyori, was also a famous Uesugi retainer.
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Career highlights
Notable works
- Naoe Letter
Family
- Spouse(s)
- Ofune no kata
- Children
- Naoe Matsu
- Siblings
- Ōkuni Saneyori
Quick answers about Naoe Kanetsugu
- How old was Naoe Kanetsugu?
- Naoe Kanetsugu died on January 23, 1620 at the age of 60.
- Where was Naoe Kanetsugu born?
- Naoe Kanetsugu was born in Echigo Province.
- What is Naoe Kanetsugu's nationality?
- Naoe Kanetsugu is a citizen of Japan.
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- Naoe Kanetsugu is known as samurai.
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- According to Wikidata, Naoe Kanetsugu's spouse is or was Ofune no kata.
- How many children did Naoe Kanetsugu have?
- Wikidata lists 1 child of Naoe Kanetsugu.
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