Top Quotes & Sayings by Hosokawa Tadaoki

Explore popular quotes and sayings by a Japanese samurai Hosokawa Tadaoki.
Last updated on April 16, 2025.
Hosokawa Tadaoki

Hosokawa Tadaoki was a Japanese samurai warrior of the late Sengoku period and early Edo period. He was the son of Hosokawa Fujitaka with Numata Jakō, and he was the husband of a famous Christian convert (Kirishitan), Hosokawa Gracia. For most of his life, he went under the name of Nagaoka Tadaoki that had been adopted by his father and was related to a town that was in their domain. Shortly after the victory at Sekigahara, Nagaoka Tadaoki reverted to his original name Hosokawa Tadaoki.

The Way of Tea lies in studying the ceremony, in understanding the principles, and in grasping the reality of things. These are its three rules. — © Hosokawa Tadaoki
The Way of Tea lies in studying the ceremony, in understanding the principles, and in grasping the reality of things. These are its three rules.
This site uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience. More info...
Got it!