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Emperor Heizei

Type Figure Region Japan Time c. 774–824 Also known as Yamabe Brothers

Emperor Heizei (c. 774–824) was the 51st emperor of Japan, son of Emperor Kanmu.…

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  1. c. 774–806Heian-kyō · Kyoto PrefectureThird son of Emperor Kanmu, childhood name Yamabe Brothers, he grew up in Heian-kyō and received imperial education, later being named crown prince.
  2. 806–809Heian-kyō · Kyoto PrefectureAcceded in 806 as the 51st emperor, continuing the ritsuryō reforms and construction of Heian-kyō begun under Emperor Kanmu, and holding court rituals such as the Daijōsai.
  3. 809–824Dakkoji Hōō-in · Kyoto PrefectureAfter abdicating to Emperor Saga in 809 and becoming a retired emperor, he attempted to move the capital back to Heian-kyō, triggering the Yaku no Ran; he was confined at Dakkoji Hōō-in and died in 824.

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