Born in 1164
Emperor Rokujō of Japan
Emperor of Japan during the Heian period
Born
1164 861 years ago
Died
August 23rd, 1176 848 years ago — 12 years old
Ruled as Emperor from 1168 to 1176 during the Heian period. His reign witnessed the continued prominence of the Fujiwara clan in Japanese politics. The court culture thrived, with literature and art flourishing. The period was marked by the rise of the samurai class and the decline of imperial power. The Emperor implemented measures to stabilize the bureaucracy, although the era ultimately faced challenges due to increasing military influence.
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