Emperor Shijō of Japan

Japanese emperor during the Kamakura period

Emperor Shijō of Japan - Japanese emperor during the Kamakura period
Born

March 17th, 1231
793 years ago

Died

February 10th, 1242
783 years ago — 10 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Japan

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Ruled as the Emperor of Japan from 1232 until 1242. This reign occurred during the Kamakura period, a time marked by significant political power held by the shogunate. The administration was characterized by a complex relationship between the imperial court and the military leadership. Managed the imperial court's traditions while facing challenges from the Kamakura shogunate, which exerted dominant influence over governance. The period saw various cultural and political developments that shaped Japanese history.

Established imperial governance during Kamakura

Navigated power dynamics with the shogunate

Influenced cultural developments in Japan

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