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Emperor Go-Shirakawa of Japan

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Emperor Go-Shirakawa (後白河天皇) (1127-1192) was the 77th imperial ruler of Japan. He was named after Emperor Shirakawa. He seized the power steadily after Hogen Rebellion; his rule commenced in 1155. In 1158, he abdicated, but continued to hold power as a cloistered ruler.

Preceded by:
Konoe
Emperor of Japan Succeeded by:
Nijo