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Taira Control of Kyoto during the Genpei War

Type Event Region Japan Time 1181

In 1181, after the Genpei War erupted in full, the Taira firmly controlled the Kyoto court and key Kinai positions by force;…

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  1. 1180–1181Kyoto · Kyoto CityAfter Prince Mochihito's failed uprising around Nara and Kyoto, the Taira tightened martial law in Kyoto, hunted down Minamoto adherents, and took full control of court appointments.
  2. 1181Kyoto Gosho and surroundings · Kyoto CityIn 1181 the Taira maintained by force control of the Kyoto Gosho, the Rokujō residence, and key Kinai roads, issued orders to crusade against the Minamoto, declared them enemies of the court, and issued all imperial edicts themselves.

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