Niwa Hirotada

Niwa Hirotada was the samurai leader of the Niwa clan and shugo-daimyo of Miyama Province in Kozakura in 1357 DR.

History
Hirotada was always be a supporter of Takenaka Okawa and after Hojo War was nominated shugo-daimyo of Miyama by the shikken. In 1357 he was in a difficult situation because he was personally loyal to Okawa but his wife was daughter of Takenaka Sugawara, Hirotada tried to remain neutral in the brothers' contese. He was constructing a strong power base in the province

Personality
Hirotada was a straightforward and honest individual, known to seldom reveals any unnecessary details in conversation. He was also very cunning and intelligent. Above all he was truly patient, waiting always for right time to do things. He believed that the conflict between court and bakufu will end with a disaster and that day he will be ready to absolute ruler of Miyama