Emperor Go-Shirakawa of Japan
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 |