Born in 980
Ichijō
Japanese emperor during the Heian period
Born
July 15th, 980 1044 years ago
Died
July 25th, 1011 1013 years ago — 31 years old
Reigned as emperor from 986 to 1011, ascending the throne at the age of six. Focused on forming a stable court and maintaining the traditions of the powerful Fujiwara clan. Oversaw a period characterized by cultural refinement, leading to developments in literature and the arts. Issued the 'Ritsu-ryō' legal codes which established governance and administrative frameworks. After death, remembered through various historical accounts and literary references from the Heian period.
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