Feudalism in Japan. Emperor The ruler of Japan His power was fading.

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Feudalism in Japan

Feudalism in Japan

Emperor

Emperor

• The ruler of Japan• His power was fading

Feudalism in Japan

Shogun

Emperor

Shogun

• Supreme military commander

Feudalism in Japan

Daimyo

Emperor

Shogun

Daimyo

• Local land-owning lords• Had the job of protecting the people

Feudalism in Japan

Samurai

Emperor

Shogun

Daimyo

Samurai

• Highly trained warriors• Made up the Daimyo’s army• Gave their services in exchange for land or

money

Feudalism in Japan

Peasants

Emperor

Samurai

Daimyo

Shogun

Peasants

• Worked the land for the daimyo• Received food and protection