Background
Fujita Yiikcku was born in 1774. His name was Kazumasa but was commonly called Jirozaemon. Born in the family of merchants in Mito.
Fujita Yiikcku was born in 1774. His name was Kazumasa but was commonly called Jirozaemon. Born in the family of merchants in Mito.
He was appointed a compiler at the Shushikan (History Compilation Institute of the Mito Clan), after his knowledge of history was recognized by Tory Tachihara. He emphasized practical learning and was good at investigation Advocated coastal defense of Japan's remote regions. He was something of an economist and entertained original opinions about political economy.