Emperor Horikawa of Japan

Japanese Emperor during the Heian period

Emperor Horikawa of Japan - Japanese Emperor during the Heian period
Born

1079
946 years ago

Died

August 9th, 1107
918 years ago — 28 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Japan

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Ruled as Emperor of Japan from 1087 to 1107 during the Heian period. His reign was marked by the consolidation of imperial power amidst the growing influence of feudal lords. Emphasis on cultural pursuits characterized his time, with the promotion of art and literature. His court supported the creation of various literary works and encouraged the engagement in traditional Japanese aesthetic forms.

Reigned during the Heian period

Promoted arts and literature in the court

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