Emperor Sakuramachi of Japan

Emperor during the Edo period (Sakuramachi)

Emperor Sakuramachi of Japan - Emperor during the Edo period (Sakuramachi)
Born

1720
305 years ago

Died

May 28th, 1750
275 years ago — 30 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Japan

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Sakuramachi served as the 116th Emperor of Japan during the Edo period. Ascended to the throne in 1735 and reigned until 1747. This reign was characterized by the continued stability of the Tokugawa shogunate, which maintained power primarily through a system of feudal lords. The emperor had limited political power, and the government was effectively run by shoguns. Despite a brief reign, Sakuramachi witnessed cultural developments, including advancements in the arts and literature during the Edo period that deeply influenced Japanese history. In 1750, after his death, he was posthumously named and included in the list of emperors, solidifying his role in the historical narrative of Japan.

Reigning as Emperor of Japan from 1735 to 1747

Being part of the stable Edo period

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