When was Hirohito born?

Hirohito was born on 29 April 1901 in Akasaka Estate.

What positions has Hirohito held?

Positions held by Hirohito include: Emperor of Japan (1926–1989); Governor-General of the Philippines.

Where did Hirohito study?

Hirohito was educated at Gakushūin.

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Hirohito

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Emperor of Japan from 1926 to 1989

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Hirohito, also known by his posthumous name Emperor Shōwa, was Emperor of Japan from 25 December 1926 until his death in 1989. He is the longest-reigning non-legendary emperor in Japanese history and one of the longest-reigning monarchs in the world. The Shōwa era that corresponded to his reign was initially characterized by heightened Japanese nationalism and militarism, developments which culminated in Japan's entry into World War II as an Axis power. After Japan's defeat in the war and under pressure from the victorious Allied powers, he renounced his divinity as Emperor via the Humanity Declaration and sanctioned a new Constitution for Japan based on parliamentary government and pacifism.

Quick facts

Born: 29 April 1901 wd
Place of birth: Akasaka Estate wd
Died: 7 January 1989 wd
Place of death: Fukiage Gyoen wd
Citizenship: Japan, Empire of Japan wd
Occupation: military personnel, diplomat, marine biologist, zoologist, monarch, aristocrat wd
Education: Gakushūin wd
Spouse: Kōjun wd

Positions held wd

Emperor of Japan (25 December 1926 – 7 January 1989)
Governor-General of the Philippines

Awards wd

Knight of the Order of the Golden Fleece (1928)
Knight Grand Cross with Collar of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic (1982)
Order of the White Eagle
Order of the Rising Sun with Paulownia Flowers, 1st class
Grand Cordon of the Supreme Order of the Chrysanthemum
Order of St. Andrew
Grand Cross Special Class of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany
Order of the Golden Kite
Order of the Most Holy Annunciation
Order of the Rajamitrabhorn
Order of the Garter (1929)
Order of Seri Paduka Mahkota Brunei
Royal Order of the Seraphim (1919)
Order of the Elephant
Order of Ojaswi Rajanya

Questions

When was Hirohito born?: Hirohito was born on 29 April 1901 in Akasaka Estate.
What positions has Hirohito held?: Positions held by Hirohito include: Emperor of Japan (1926–1989); Governor-General of the Philippines.
Where did Hirohito study?: Hirohito was educated at Gakushūin.

Sources

Last updated 6 November 2026 · facts checked 7 November 2026

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