Itagaki Taisuke was a prominent Japanese politician and samurai during the late Edo and early Meiji periods. Born in 1837 in Kōchi Prefecture, he played a significant role in the political transformation of Japan as it transitioned from feudalism to a modern state. Itagaki was a strong advocate for democracy and civil rights, founding the Liberal Party in 1881, which aimed to promote political reform. He is best known for his efforts to establish a constitutional government in Japan. Itagaki's activism contributed to the eventual promulgation of the Meiji Constitution in 1889. His legacy is remembered for his commitment to political reform and the promotion of popular sovereignty in Japan.