Emperor Kameyama of Japan
Emperor of Japan during the Kamakura period
Born
July 9th, 1249
775 years ago
Died
October 4th, 1305
719 years ago — 56 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Japan
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Born in 1249, ascended to the throne in 1259 as the 90th emperor of Japan, ruling during the Kamakura period. His reign saw significant political strife and the rise of the Kamakura shogunate. Kameyama's reign ended in 1274 when he abdicated in favor of his son, though he continued to exert influence during the subsequent years. His tenure is marked by the ongoing conflict between the imperial court and the shogunate, reflecting the complex political landscape of the time. The emperor's later life was spent in relative obscurity until his death in 1305.
Ruled as emperor from 1259 to 1274
Abdicated the throne in favor of his son
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