Japan's wealthiest and most powerful daimyo who secretly plots to usurp the regency council after Hideyoshi's death. He manipulates rival lords, bribes the Seven Spears of Shizugatake, and uses espionage to isolate Mitsunari. His strategic patience and Kobayakawa Hideaki's betrayal lead to a decisive Western Army defeat at Sekigahara. He ultimately accepts Mitsunari's surrender and oversees his execution.
The central antagonistic rivalry driving the film's political and military conflict.
Tokugawa exploits Kobayakawa's grievances to secure a strategic double agent.
A traditional feudal loyalty where Ii Naomasa serves Tokugawa's ambitions.
Direct military opposition on the battlefield.
A covert war of espionage between Mitsunari's spy and Tokugawa's faction.
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