Akai Naomasa (赤井 直正, 1529 – April 8, 1578) was a Japanese samurai leader of the Sengoku period.
[1] He was known for his bravery and skill as a warrior, so his nickname became 'red Oni (demon) of Tamba Province'.
[2] Naomasa is known for his defense of Kuroi Castle in Tamba Province.
In 1578, during the siege of Kuroi Castle, he died of disease; and the responsibility for defending the castle passed to his nephew, Akai Tadaie.
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