The "Sakoku" edict prevented foreigners from entering and citizens from leaving the nation during this dynasty.
During this period, society was governed by an artificial class structure of four classes, called the shi-no-ko-sho. The artificial island of Dejima was built during this period to contain foreign traders. The "Sakoku" edict prevented foreigners from entering and citizens from leaving the nation during this dynasty. When one ruler of this period, Hidetada, abdicated the throne, he was replaced by his son, Iemitsu. The battle of Sekigahara secured the first leader of this dynasty his power, and this dynasty was followed by the Meiji Restoration. For 10 points, name this Japanese dynasty, first led by an Ieyasu, whose reign was also known as the Edo Period.
During this period, society was governed by an artificial class structure of four classes, called the shi-no-ko-sho.
Tokugawa Shogunate [prompt on shogunate, accept “Edo Period” until mentioned] &lt;CL&gt;