Tokugawa Leyasu (R. 1598 - 1616) (mar 1, 1598 – jan 1, 1616)

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- Assumes title of Shogun in 1603
> Establishes Edo as the capital
> Establishes “alternate attendance system”
 Daimyos must reside part of the year in
Edo and leave their families their as
"insurance"
 Gives Leyasu a greater control over his
daimyos and decreases chance of revolt

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