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
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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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