Yasuke

Biography

Yasuke was an African man who served as a samurai under the Japanese daimyo Oda Nobunaga in the 16th century. He is believed to be the first recorded non-Japanese person to achieve the rank of samurai.

Key Achievements

1
First recorded African samurai in Japanese history.
2
Served as a trusted retainer and weapon-bearer to Oda Nobunaga.
3
Fought alongside Nobunaga's forces during the Honnō-ji Incident.

Birth Date

January 1, 1555

Death Date

December 31, 1582