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Kamakura shogunate

1185 – 1333 CE · about 148 years

The Kamakura shogunate was Japan's first warrior government, established by Minamoto no Yoritomo. It repelled two Mongol invasions in 1274 and 1281.

Key facts

Dates1185 – 1333 CE
RegionKorea & Japan
ContinentAsia
CapitalKamakura
FounderMinamoto no Yoritomo
Religion(s)Buddhism, Shinto

Note on dates: Often dated from 1185 (Yoritomo's victory) or 1192 (his appointment as shogun).

Before & after

Preceded by

Heian-period Japan

Followed by

Ashikaga shogunate

Sources

Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.