Emperor Konoe

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Emperor Konoe (近衛天皇 Konoe Tennō) (June 16, 1139August 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