Emperor Hanazono

Quick Facts: Who was Emperor Hanazono?

Subject:

Emperor Hanazono

Known for:

The 95th Emperor of Japan, whose reign spanned the years 1308 to 1318.

Born:

1297-08-14

Died:

1348-12-02

Century / Era:

1297s Historical Era Archive

Verified Source:

2Day Chrono-Wiki & Primary Historical Archives

Origins & Early Life

Emperor Hanazono (花園天皇, Hanazono-tennō; 14 August 1297 – 2 December 1348) was the 95th emperor of Japan, according to the traditional order of succession. His reign spanned the years from 1308 through 1318. Before his ascension to the Chrysanthemum Throne, his personal name (his imina) was Tomihito-shinnō (富仁親王). He was the fourth son of the 92nd Emperor, Fushimi. He belonged to the Jimyōin-tō branch of the Imperial Family.

Career & Major Achievements

Consort: Ogimachi Michiko (正親町実子) later Senkomon'in (宣光門院, 1297–1360), Ogimachi Saneakira's daughter First Daughter: Imperial Princess Hisako (1318–1358; 寿子内親王) later Kianmon-in (徽安門院), married Emperor Kogon Second Son: Imperial Prince Nobunaga (業永親王; 1327–1353) later Imperial Prince priest Genshi (源性入道親王) Third son: Imperial Prince Naohito (直仁親王; 1335–1398) Daughter: Imperial Princess Noriko (儀子内親王; d. 1348) Priest Shōgoin Daughter married to Kazan'in clan Consort: Ichijo-no-Tsubone (d. 1325), Ogimachi Saneakira's daughter First Son: Imperial Prince Priest Kakuyo (1320–1382; 覚誉法親王) Lady-in-waiting: Wamuro Yoriko (葉室頼子), Wamuro Yorito's daughter Fifth Daughter: Imperial Princess Noriko (祝子内親王) – Nun Princess Tomihito-shinnō became emperor upon the death of his second cousin, the Daikakuji-tō Emperor Go-Nijō. Tokuji 3, in the 8th month (1308): In the 8th year of Go-Nijo-tennō's reign (後二条天皇八年), the emperor died at the young age of 24; and the succession (senso) was received by his cousin. Shortly thereafter, Emperor Hanazono is said to have acceded to the throne (sokui).

Enduring Legacy & Impact

Tokuji 3, in the 10th month (1308): The nengō was changed to Enkyō to mark the accession of Emperor Hanazono. Hanazono's father, the retired-Emperor Fushimi, and Hanazono's brother, the retired-Emperor Go-Fushimi, both exerted influence as cloistered emperors during this reign. In these years, negotiations between the Kamakura Bakufu and the two imperial lines resulted in an agreement to alternate the throne between the two lines every 10 years (the Bumpō Agreement). This agreement was not long-lasting. The negotiated provisions would soon be broken by Hanazono's successor.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1297 (1297-08-14): Birth of Emperor Hanazono — The 95th Emperor of Japan, whose reign spanned the years 1308 to 1318.
2. 1308: 1308 Milestone — His reign spanned the years from 1308 through 1318.
3. 1325: 1325 Milestone — 1325), Ogimachi Saneakira's daughter First Son: Imperial Prince Priest Kakuyo (1320–1382; 覚誉法親王) Lady-in-waiting: Wamuro Yoriko (葉室頼子), Wamuro Yorito's daughter Fifth Daughter: Imperial Princess Noriko (祝子内親王) – Nun Princess Tomihito-shinnō became emperor upon the death of his second cousin, the Daikakuji-tō Emperor Go-Nijō.
4. 1348 (1348-12-02): Passing & Historical Legacy — Emperor Hanazono passed away on 1348-12-02, leaving an enduring historical legacy.

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Emperor Hanazono

True or False: “Did Emperor Hanazono's abdication in 1318 lead directly to the establishment of a stable, long-lasting imperial succession system?”

Answer (FALSE ❌): The text notes that the agreement made during his reign was 'not long-lasting,' and provisions were soon broken by his successor.

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