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Go-Reizei: Biography, Facts and Career

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Emperor Go-Reizei (後冷泉天皇, Go-Reizei-tennō; August 28, 1025 – May 22, 1068) was the 70th emperor of Japan, according to the traditional order of succession. Go-Reizei's reign spanned the years 1045–1068. This 11th century sovereign was named after the 10th century Emperor Reizei and go- (後), translates literally as "later"; and thus, he is sometimes called the "Later Emperor Reizei". The Japanese word "go" has also been translated to mean the "second one"; and in some older sources, this emperor may be identified as "Reizei, the second", or as "Reizei II".

Quick facts about Go-Reizei

  • Full name: Go-Reizei
  • Born: 1025-09-03
  • Nationality: Japan
  • Known as: Royal
  • Wikidata ID: Q356060

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Who is Go-Reizei?

Emperor Go-Reizei (後冷泉天皇, Go-Reizei-tennō; August 28, 1025 – May 22, 1068) was the 70th emperor of Japan, according to the traditional order of succession. Go-Reizei's reign spanned the years 1045–1068. This 11th century sovereign was named after the 10th century Emperor Reizei and go- (後), translates literally as "later"; and thus, he is sometimes called the "Later Emperor Reizei".

What nationality is Go-Reizei?

Go-Reizei is Japan.

When was Go-Reizei born?

Go-Reizei was born on 1025-09-03.

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