Emperor Sakuramachi

Japanese Emperor during Edo period

Emperor Sakuramachi - Japanese Emperor during Edo period
Born

February 8th, 1720
305 years ago

Died

1750
275 years ago — 30 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Japan

Links & References

Reigned during the Edo period, Emperor Sakuramachi was the 114th emperor of Japan. Ascending to the throne in 1735, the reign focused on a period of stability and peace in Japan. The emperor was involved in the promotion of cultural developments and the continued prosperity of the Tokugawa shogunate. Sakuramachi's reign was marked by efforts to maintain traditional practices and respond to the changing political landscape within the country.

Reigned as emperor from 1735 to 1747

Oversaw a period of cultural development

Promoted awareness of traditional practices

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