Lost in time, isn’t it? The 家康公伊賀越えの道 Stele. It whispers stories of Tokugawa Ieyasu’s daring escape. Imagine the scene in 1582. Oda Nobunaga, Ieyasu’s ally, is dead, assassinated by Akechi Mitsuhide. Ieyasu, stranded in Osaka, faces grave danger. He must return to his Mikawa Province, but the route is perilous. He chooses the shortest path, a secret trek through Iga Province. This path, now commemorated by the 家康公伊賀越えの道 Stele, was known for its “samurai hunters”, outlaws who preyed on defeated warriors. Ieyasu’s journey was fraught with peril. He and his small band of retainers, including the legendary Hattori Hanzo, faced ambushes and skirmishes. They bribed some outlaws, fought off others, and suffered heavy losses. Can you picture them navigating the treacherous mountain passes under the cover of darkness? Their hearts pounding with every rustle of leaves, every distant cry. Upon reaching the Kada pass, they were met by friendly Koka ikki samurai, allies of the Tokugawa. These local warriors provided escort and protection through the remaining stretch of Iga Province. They ensured Ieyasu’s safe return to Mikawa. The 家康公伊賀越えの道 Stele marks this pivotal moment. Ieyasu’s escape through Iga. This journey, a testament to his courage and strategic brilliance, allowed him to survive. He went on to become the founder and first shogun of the Tokugawa shogunate, shaping the destiny of Japan. The stele stands as a silent tribute to the perilous path that changed history. The escape through Iga became known as the “Shinkun Iga-goe”. While accounts vary, the core narrative remains. Ieyasu’s perilous journey, aided by loyal retainers and local allies. This escape, memorialized by the 家康公伊賀越えの道 Stele, highlights the dangers Ieyasu faced and his resourcefulness in securing his survival. It’s a story of courage, loyalty, and the strategic brilliance that ultimately led Ieyasu to unite Japan and establish a lasting legacy.
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