Kato Kiyomasa

Kato Kiyomasa led a Japanese division in the invasion of Korea, capturing the city of Seoul and advancing into the northeastern provinces. His forces engaged in brutal campaigns against Korean and Ming Chinese troops.

During the invasion of Korea, Kato Kiyomasa hunted tigers in the Korean mountains, reportedly killing several. This earned him the nickname 'Tiger Hunter' and became a celebrated aspect of his military reputation.

Kato Kiyomasa defended the Japanese fortress at Ulsan against a siege by Ming Chinese and Korean forces. The siege lasted several months, and Kato's forces held out until reinforcements arrived, forcing the allies to withdraw.

Kato Kiyomasa fought on the Eastern Army side under Tokugawa Ieyasu at Sekigahara. His forces contributed to the defeat of the Western Army, securing Tokugawa's dominance and Kato's position as a major daimyo.