Saito Makoto

ModernGeneralJapan1858 — 1936

Admiral PM assassinated in the 2-26 Incident.

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Quick Facts

Born

1858

Died

1936

Country

Japan

Era

Modern

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)48

Political (20%)68

Influence (20%)53

Legacy (20%)46

Leadership (15%)68

Strategy (15%)43

Total Score54.3

Saito Makoto — Complete Timeline

1919 AD

Governor-General of KoreaPolitical Action◆ Major

Saito served as Governor-General of Korea from 1919 to 1927 and again from 1929 to 1931. He implemented a policy of 'cultural rule' that relaxed some repressive measures after the March 1st Movement, but maintained Japanese colonial control.

Colonial RuleKoreaGovernor-General

Impact: regionaldestructive

1932 AD

Service as Prime MinisterPolitical Action◆ Major

Saito Makoto served as Prime Minister from May 1932 to July 1934, leading a national unity cabinet after the assassination of Prime Minister Inukai Tsuyoshi. His government pursued moderate policies but failed to curb military influence.

Prime MinisterNational Unity

Impact: national

Recognition of ManchukuoPolitical Action◆ Major

Under Saito's premiership, Japan formally recognized the puppet state of Manchukuo in September 1932. This action deepened Japan's international isolation and led to its withdrawal from the League of Nations.

ManchukuoForeign PolicyLeague of Nations

Impact: globaldestructive

1936 AD

Assassination in the February 26 IncidentPolitical Action◆ Major

Admiral Saito Makoto was assassinated on February 26, 1936, during the February 26 Incident, a coup attempt by radical army officers. Rebels stormed his home and killed him, along with other senior officials. His death symbolized the breakdown of civilian control over the military.

AssassinationCoup AttemptMilitarism

Impact: nationaltragic