Hijikata Toshizō (土方 歳三, May 31, 1835 – June 20, 1869) was a Japanese warrior. As Vice-Commander (副長, Fukucho) of the Shinsengumi, he resisted the Meiji Restoration and fought to his end.
WEBJun 14, 2019 · Hijikata took over leadership of the Shinsengumi in May 1868 when Kondo Isami surrendered to the Imperial forces and was executed. Despite believing the Tokugawa had little chance of ever returning to power, he still fought for their cause, leading his men against the new Imperial government forces.
