The kobaya was the smallest standard class of Japanese warship in the Sengoku period, fast and lightly built, used for scouting, messenger duty, and fast raiding actions in coordination with larger fleets.
Quick Facts
| Ship Class | Small/Fast, Warship |
|---|---|
| Era Used | Sengoku-early Edo period, 16th-17th century |
| Typical Crew | 20-40 |
| Guns / Cannons | light arms |
| Speed / Handling | Fast, small scout/raiding vessel |
| Notable Use | Used for scouting and fast raiding by Japanese naval and wokou-linked forces |
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