The Gempei War

The Gempei War was a five year long war that resulted in the establishment of the Kamakura Shogunate.  The mighty power-thirsty clans of Taira and Minamoto fought for the control of country of Japan.  They fought throughout the Honshu and Kyushu islands.  When the war ended, Minamoto dominated.  Through this,  the islands experienced many changes, especially in government.  The direct imperial rule ended in favor of songate or military rule.