Emperor Chūkyō of Japan

Japanese Emperor during the Kamakura period

Emperor Chūkyō of Japan - Japanese Emperor during the Kamakura period
Born

October 30th, 1218
807 years ago

Died

June 18th, 1234
791 years ago — 15 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Japan

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A Japanese emperor who reigned briefly in the early 13th century during the Kamakura period. Ascended to the throne in 1231 and reigned until 1232. Deposed by the powerful Kamakura shogunate, which sought to control imperial authority and governance. After his abdication, spent the remainder of life in seclusion in a temple. His short reign marked a time of political transition and the consolidation of military power in Japan.

Reigned as emperor for a brief period in 1231-1232

Deposed by the Kamakura shogunate

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