Empress Meishō: Biography, Facts and Career
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Okiko (Japanese: 興子), posthumously honored as Empress Meishō (明正天皇, Meishō-tennō; January 9, 1624 – December 4, 1696), was the 109th monarch of Japan, according to the traditional order of succession. Her reign lasted from 1629 to 1643. Her reign officially began when she was five years old and continued for fifteen years. It is believed that Meishō's father actually ruled in her name until she abdicated in favor of her younger half-brother. In the history of Japan, Meishō was the seventh of eight women to become empress regnant. The six who reigned before her were Suiko, Kōgyoku/Saimei, Jitō, Genmei, Genshō, and Kōken/Shōtoku. Her sole female successor was Go-Sakuramachi.
Quick facts about Empress Meishō
- Full name: Empress Meishō
- Born: 1624-01-09
- Nationality: Japan
- Known as: Royal
- Wikidata ID: Q120564
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Who is Empress Meishō?
Okiko (Japanese: 興子), posthumously honored as Empress Meishō (明正天皇, Meishō-tennō; January 9, 1624 – December 4, 1696), was the 109th monarch of Japan, according to the traditional order of succession.
What nationality is Empress Meishō?
Empress Meishō is Japan.
When was Empress Meishō born?
Empress Meishō was born on 1624-01-09.
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