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Okada Izō

Japanese swordsman (1838-1865) · Japan · On the map · Died at 27

Okada Izō was a Japanese samurai of the late Edo period, feared as one of the four most notable assassins of the Bakumatsu period. He was a member of Tosa Kinnoto in his hometown, Tosa Domain. Izō and Tanaka Shinbei were active in Kyoto as assassins under the leadership of Takechi Hanpeita.

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A typical day, 30 days to 6 November 2026

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Country
Japan
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1838 to 1865 · aged 27