Emperor Konoe
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Emperor Konoe (近衛天皇 Konoe Tennō) (June 16, 1139 – August 22, 1155) was the 76th emperor of Japan, according to the traditional order of succession. He reigned from January 5, 1142 to his death on August 22, 1155. His personal name was Narihito (体仁).
[edit] Genealogy
He was the ninth son of Emperor Toba.
[edit] Life
His father, Emperor Toba, ruled as cloistered emperor during his reign.
[edit] Eras of his reign
- Hōen
- Eiji
- Kōji
- Ten'yō
- Nimpyō
- Kyūju
Preceded by Emperor Sutoku |
Emperor of Japan 1142-1155 |
Succeeded by Emperor Go-Shirakawa |