Sakura Shogunate

The Sakura Shogunate was the nation formed in the aftermath of the collapse of the Empire of Plagatéa, from what was the Province of Sakura. It was ruled by Lady-Shogun Aisuru Numachi for the duration of its existence from summer 80 SMP - summer 81 SMP.

It was succeeded by the Kingdom of Sakura after Lady-Shogun Aisuru and Isujhaji Dezhou Tchangsui of the Kingdom of Seivija agreed to combine their kingdoms in the interests of security and prosperity.

Formation
The Shogunate was formed in the aftermath of the dissolving of the Empire of Plagatéa, by former Lord of the Province of Sakura Aisuru Numachi. This marked a great step forward in terms of Sakuran identity, the concept of which had grown enormously since the province was founded. This in itself was a moment for celebration for many Sakurans, though for its political class the task of steering the ship through the shockwaves of the Empire's collapse loomed over any hopes for the future.

Relationship with the Kingdom of Seivija
In autumn 80 SMP, the Treaty of Yamagake was signed between the Sakura Shogunate and the Kingdom of Seivija, as recognition of their close cultural ties as neighbours and former provinces within the Empire of Plagatéa. This marked the beginning of what would eventually culminate in the two nations uniting into one; indeed, at the negotiations for the treaty is where the notion of a union was first raised, in the interests of prosperity and security.

After around 8 months of negotiations, the nation's leaders, Lady-Shogun Aisuru Numachi of Sakura and Isujhaji Dezhou Tchangsui of Seivija, finally signed the agreement that saw the uniting of the two nations into the larger Kingdom of Sakura.