Oda Nobunaga: Unlikely Victory That Changed Japan Oda Nobunaga was a pivotal figure in the unification of Japan during the late 16th century. Known for his innovative military strategies and ruthless tactics, Nobunaga achieved an unlikely victory at the Battle of Okehazama in 1560. Facing a significantly larger force led by the powerful Imagawa clan, Nobunaga employed the element of surprise by launching a bold and unexpected attack during a rainstorm. His forces, numbering around 3,000, ambushe