Ieyasu Tokugawa was the shogun who established the Edo shogunate that lasted for approximately 260 years. In an era when the average lifespan was around 40 years, he was an active senior who enjoyed falconry and archery well into his 70s. Let's uncover the secrets to his health:
Loved Barley Rice, Miso, and Sardines: He had a healthy diet rich in traditional Japanese foods.
Compounded His Own Herbal Medicine: He was knowledgeable about traditional medicine and created his own remedies.
Never Skipped a Workout: He was dedicated to daily exercise.
Perhaps the Japanese diet was the key to both health and success!
When other warlords asked him to show them his treasures, Ieyasu famously replied, "My retainers are my greatest treasure." What a great boss he is!