Iga no Tsubone

Background

Iga Tsubone was born in Japan. Her father was Iga-no-kami Shinozuka.

Career

She served Princess Shin Taikenmon-in, daughter of Emperor Godaigo.

Personality

When the army of Moronao Kono attacked the South Dynasty's temporary Court at Yoshino, the princess fled to Kn Province (Wakayama Prefecture) together with Emperor Gomurakami. Iga-no-Tsubone followed her mistress. The princess in her flight was accompanied only by several followers. When the party came to a bridge spanning the Yoshino River, it found the bridge badly damaged. Iga-no-Tsubone plucked boughs from nearby trees and hastily repaired the bridge. All were amazed by her strength.

Connections

Father:

Iga-no-kami Shinozuka

Spouse:

Masanori Kusunoki

He was the warrior loyal to the South Dynasty.