Emperor Go-Nijō of Japan
Emperor of Japan during Kamakura period
Born
1285
740 years ago
Died
September 10th, 1308
716 years ago — 23 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Japan
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Ruled as emperor from 1290 until his abdication in 1298. Governed during a time of political instability marked by the power of the Kamakura shogunate. His reign saw internal conflicts and the challenges posed by regional clans. The period was notable for the increasing influence of samurai in the governance of Japan. Following abdication, continued to hold significance within the imperial court as a retired emperor.
Reign during the Kamakura period
Abdicated in favor of his son
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