Jitō

Japanese empress during the Asuka period

Jitō - Japanese empress during the Asuka period
Born

None
None years ago

Died

January 13th, 703
1322 years ago — None years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Japan

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Reigned as empress from 686 to 697, during the Asuka period in Japan. Oversaw significant political developments and promoted the implementation of the ritsuryō code, which laid the foundation for a centralized feudal system. Actively supported Buddhism and various temple constructions, contributing to its establishment as a dominant religion in Japan. Governed a time marked by relative peace and stability, facilitating the growth of the imperial court and bureaucracy.

Reigned as empress from 686 to 697

Promoted the ritsuryō legal system

Supported Buddhism and temple construction

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