[Learn from the 2026 Taiga Drama “Toyotomi Brothers!”] A thorough explanation of the work ethic of Toyotomi Hidenaga, the younger brother of Toyotomi Hideyoshi, one of Japan’s greatest innovators, who skillfully assisted him and elevated him to the position of Japan’s most powerful leader! “Illustrated: Toyotomi Hidenaga’s ‘No. 2’ Work Techniques” Now on Sale Image
URL: Gakken Holdings Co., Ltd. Press release: August 28, 2025 To Members of the Press [Learn from the 2026 Taiga Drama “Toyotomi Brothers!”] A thorough explanation of the work ethic of Toyotomi Hidenaga, the younger brother of Toyotomi Hideyoshi, one of Japan’s greatest innovators, who skillfully assisted him and elevated him to the position of unrivaled leader of Japan! “Illustrated: Toyotomi Hidenaga’s ‘No. 2’ Work Style” Now on Sale This book thoroughly illustrates the outstanding “ability and business sense” of Toyotomi Hidenaga, who remains out of the historical spotlight. This book coaches anyone on “the work style of the No. 2 = assistant” that anyone can put into practice! Gakken Holdings Co., Ltd. (Shinagawa, Tokyo / President and CEO: Hiroaki Miyahara), a group company of Gakken Holdings Co., Ltd. Gakken (Shinagawa, Tokyo / CEO: Nanjo Tatsuya) released “Illustrated: Toyotomi Hidenaga’s ‘No. 2’ Work Style: Top-Notch Strategic Development Skills Learned from the Charismatic Hideyoshi’s ‘Right-Hand Man'” on Thursday, August 28, 2025.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/2535/8052/2535-8052-93ede790fd6b1693137b3013b7e70981-2500×1739.jpg The 2026 Taiga drama “Toyotomi Brothers!” Set in the popular Sengoku period, this success story of overthrowing the ruling elite is told through the eyes of Toyotomi Hideyoshi’s younger brother, Hidenaga, whose skills earned him the nickname “the greatest assistant in the world.” It’s sure to garner significant attention. This book provides an easy-to-understand introduction to the “road to success” of the Toyotomi brothers, Hideyoshi and Hidenaga, as they took over the country, for history novices, while also providing a thorough analysis of Hidenaga’s work ethic, which has previously been largely ignored in the historical spotlight. From the outstanding achievements of Hidenaga, who assisted his brother Hideyoshi, the greatest innovator in history, and led him to become the most powerful man in Japan, we have extracted “work tips” that business people can easily replicate. This is a unique business book that illustrates the secrets of the No. 2 (middle management) job that anyone can put into practice. ■ Recommended not only for business people, but also for history novices and fans of historical dramas! The author of this work, Akira Nakano, is a writer and journalist who specializes in business illustrations. He has produced many hit business illustration books, including “The Definitive Illustrated Guide to the Psychology of Courage: Understanding Alfred Adler in One Hour” and “Drucker for 17-Year-Olds.” This is a must-have book for business people looking for work-style tips, history novices interested in the Sengoku period, and those who want to enjoy the 2026 Taiga drama even more. [Main contents of this book] ＜CHAPTER 1 Hidenaga’s Life and Achievements＞ Hideyoshi’s Charismatic “No. 2” Who Seized the Trend of the Times What kind of person was Toyotomi Hidenaga? ●SKILL1 Active as a full-time samurai with a background in tradition and a monetary economy. ●SKILL2 Abandon the fields of your hometown and decide to become a retainer of your brother, Hideyoshi. ●SKILL3 Follow the bold and carefree Hideyoshi and secretly support him…and more
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/2535/8052/2535-8052-91467ae9fccb388fdbe62341636a22ce-1797×2500.jpg ＜CHAPTER 2 Assistance＞ Devoted to being a “supporter to the top,” even when working behind the scenes ●SKILL 1: Hide in the shadow of the main character while highlighting them with a sincere attitude ●SKILL 2: Set aside selfish desires and govern with a fair attitude ●SKILL 3: Make up for the weaknesses of the top management, draw out their strengths, and lead them to success…and more
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/2535/8052/2535-8052-58968ad381593054942f7254b06b1527-1797×2500.jpg ＜CHAPTER 3 Financial Strength＞ Supported by “financial strength,” execute solid organizational operations ●SKILL 1 Learn about Nobunaga’s economic policies and gain practical experience in logistics. ●SKILL 2: Make the most of bookkeeping, a practical tool for financial management. ●SKILL 3: Revive the Ikuno Silver Mine and secure a powerful source of funds…and more.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/2535/8052/2535-8052-fec514d94d100b32034e05e35a9a1315-2500×1739.jpg ＜CHAPTER 4 Coordination Skills＞ Supporting top management’s decisions through careful “coordination” ●SKILL 1 Understanding the parties’ positions and finding a satisfactory compromise ●SKILL 2: Prevent factions from forming within the organization and act as a bridge between the civilian and military factions. ●SKILL 3: Deal with subordinates’ mistakes with sincerity and gain forgiveness from the top… and more. ＜CHAPTER 5 EQ＞ Win people’s hearts with the ability to listen and empathize ●SKILL 1 Considering Hidenaga’s exceptional humanity from the perspective of “emotional intelligence” ●SKILL 2: Be considerate of others’ feelings and flexibly carry out what they want you to do. ●SKILL 3: Earn trust not only through words and actions, but also by walking the talk… and more.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/2535/8052/2535-8052-1098e98aa8fcde9adbb8122e6f186efa-2500×1739.jpg ＜CHAPTER 6 After Hidenaga’s Death＞ The Influence of “No. 2” in the Declining Toyotomi Clan ●SKILL 1 There’s no longer a “dissenting voice” to keep the “yes-men” from growing arrogant. ●SKILL 2: The “organizational weight” that restrained the top management from acting recklessly is gone. ●SKILL 3: The “bridge” that calmed internal conflicts in the organization is gone… and more. 【Author Profile】 Akira Nakano Non-fiction writer. Writing in the fields of economics and management, information technology, history and folklore, philosophy, art, and psychology. His major works include “Illustrated Guide to 21st Century Philosophy,” “Illustrated Guide to the Psychology of Influence,” “Drucker for 17-Year-Olds and Up” (Gakken), “The Complete History of IT: Reading 250 Years of Information Technology,” “The Five Great Museums and Meiji Era Businessmen,” “The Story of the Zaibatsu” (Shodensha), “When Did Nudity Become
Embarrassing?”, “The Lost Treasures of Japanese Art: Why National Treasure-Level Works Crossed the Ocean” (Chikuma Shobo), and “The Life of Charles Lang Freer, an Adventurer in Japanese Art” (Nihon Keizai Shimbun Publishing), among many others. [Product Overview] Image
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Hideyoshi’s “Right-Hand Man” Author: Akira Nakano Price: ¥1,650 (tax included) Release date: August 28, 2025 Format: 46-size / 224 pages Digital version: Simultaneous distribution ISBN: 978-4-05-407056-1 Publisher: Gakken Co., Ltd. Gakken Publishing
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