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Emperor Yōzei

Emperor of Japan

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Emperor Yōzei was the 57th emperor of Japan, according to the traditional order of succession. Yōzei's reign spanned the years from 876 through 884. Before his ascension to the Chrysanthemum Throne, his personal name was Sadaakira Shinnō (貞明親王). In ancient Japan, there were four noble clans, the Gempeitōkitsu (源平藤橘). One of these clans, the Minamoto clan (源氏) are also known as Genji, and of these, the Yōzei Genji (陽成源氏) are descended from the 57th emperor Yōzei.

Quick facts

Born
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Place of birth
Heian-kyō wd
Died
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Place of death
Reizen-in wd
Citizenship
Japan wd
Occupation
waka poet, writer, Emperor of Japan wd
Spouse
Yasuko-naishinnō, Kyoko-joō, Tomo no Yasuhira's daughter wd

Positions held wd

  • Emperor of Japan (18 December 876 – 4 March 884)

Questions

When was Emperor Yōzei born?
Emperor Yōzei was born on 2 January 869 in Heian-kyō.
What positions has Emperor Yōzei held?
Positions held by Emperor Yōzei include: Emperor of Japan (0876–0884).

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Emperor Yōzei · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q349280 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: Hyakuninisshu 013.jpg by Unknown author Unknown author (Public domain)

Last updated · facts checked 7 November 2026

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"Emperor Yōzei". DigiNepal. Last updated 6 November 2026. https://diginpl.com/people/emperor-yozei. Retrieved 7 November 2026.

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