Emperor Go-Nijō of Japan

Emperor of Japan during Kamakura period

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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