The Tokugawa Shogunate
Tokugawa shogunate symbol
The Tokugawa Symbol is the heraldic crest for the Tokugawa family. It is a "mitsu-aoi" meaning three hollyhock leaves. The two white and one black striped flag was also used to represent the Tokugawa Shogunate.
How the Tokugawa Shogunate Got it's Name
When Toyotomi Hidyoshi died, another daimyo, Tokugawa Ieyasu took control. In 1603, the emperor gave Tokugawa Ieyasu the title of Shogun. The role of shogun remained with the Tokugawa until 1868, giving this period its name - The Tokugawa Shogunate.
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徳川幕府 - Tokugawa Shogunate
Above are 3 images that show aspects of the Tokugawa Period and the Meiji Restroation.