Another Japanese family underwent a name change.
Tatara Morifusa (12th Century)
The Tatara clan were said to have descended from Korean nobility, specifically from a prince in Maekje named Imseong who arrived in Yamaguchi City. While the members of the Ouchi clan have deep pride for this origin story, there is no academic consensus proving their claim.
Ōuchi Morifusa
Ouchi (大内): (Japanese) a large interior with a small opening
The Ouchi clan would go on to possess great wealth.
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