Led a group of militia informally known as the Karasugumi ("Crow Brigade"), because of their black clothing. In praise for his skill in guerilla warfare, Sendai lord Date Yoshikuni appointed him Captain of Pages, and bestowed on him the honorary name of Buichirō.
Led a group of militia informally known as the Karasugumi ("Crow Brigade"), due to their black attire. In recognition of his expertise in unconventional warfare, Sendai lord Date Yoshikuni appointed him Captain of Pages, and granted him the honorary title of Buichirō.