æʃɪˈkɑːɡə

Definitions

1. proper noun

A Japanese noble family that ruled Japan from 1336 to 1573.

“The Ashikaga shogunate brought stability to Japan after a period of civil war.”

2. noun

A style of Japanese art, especially painting and poetry, that originated in the Ashikaga period.

“The exhibition featured Ashikaga-style paintings and calligraphy.”