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Oguri Kozukenosuke and the Yokosuka Ironworks: The Historical Context Behind 'The Shogunate Rebel'

Name: Oguri Kozukenosuke and the Yokosuka Ironworks: The Historical Context Behind 'The Shogunate Rebel'
Start: 2027-01-08T15:00:00+00:00
End: 2027-01-08T15:00:00+00:00
Location: 東洋大学 白山キャンパス

◇ When

January 9, 2027

Saturday

⌖ Where · 文京区

東洋大学白山キャンパス

東京都文京区文京区白山5-28-20

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This lecture explores the life of Oguri Kozukenosuke Tadamasa, a defeated shogunate official, and his contributions to Japan’s modernization. It covers his construction of the Yokosuka Ironworks and Shipyard, inspired by knowledge gained during his mission to America. The lecturer, who is responsible for historical supervision of the TV drama 'The Shogunate Rebel,' will provide clear explanations of the era’s background. Discover the untold story of a shogunate official during the tumultuous final years of the shogunate. Registration period: September 1 (Tue) – December 30 (Wed).