Emperor Jomei facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Jomei |
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| Emperor of Japan | |
| Emperor of Japan | |
| Reign | 629–641 |
| Predecessor | Suiko |
| Successor | Kōgyoku |
| Born | 591 |
| Died | November 17, 641 (aged 49) Kudara no Miya |
| Burial | Osaka no uchi no misasagi (Nara) |
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| House | Yamato |
| Father | Prince Oshisaka-no-hikohito-no-Ōe |
| Mother | Princess Nukate-hime |
Emperor Jomei (舒明天皇, Jomei-tennō; 593 – 641) was the 34th Emperor of Japan. He ruled Japan from 629 to 641. Historians believe many details about Emperor Jomei's life are probably true, even if some parts might be like a legend. The name Jomei-tennō was given to him after he died by people who lived much later.
The names and order of the early emperors were officially confirmed much later. This happened during the rule of Emperor Kammu, who was the 50th ruler of the Yamato dynasty.
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Who was Emperor Jomei?
Jomei was the grandson of Emperor Bidatsu. He was also the great-grandson of Emperor Kimmei. This means he came from a very important royal family.
Important Events During His Rule
When Empress Suiko died, she did not clearly say who should rule next. This made the decision about the next emperor very important.
- 628: In the 35th year of Empress Suiko's rule, she stepped down. Her nephew then became the new emperor. He was known as Emperor Jomei. His becoming emperor was made official in special ceremonies.
- 639: In the 10th year of Emperor Jomei's rule, the former Empress Suiko passed away.
Emperor Jomei ruled Japan for 13 years.
His Resting Place
The exact place where Emperor Jomei is buried is known. This emperor is honored at a special Shinto shrine in Nara. This shrine is called a misasagi. The Imperial Household Agency officially calls this spot Jomei's mausoleum. Its formal name is Osaka no uchi no misasagi.
Emperor Jomei's Poetry
Some short poems are thought to have been written by Emperor Jomei himself. Here is an example of one of these poems:
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- Countless are the mountains in Yamato,
- But perfect is the heavenly hill of Kagu;
- When I climb it and survey my realm,
- Over the wide plain the smoke-wreaths rise and rise,
- Over the wide lake the gulls are on the wing;
- A beautiful land it is, the land of Yamato!
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- -- Emperor Jomei
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Images for kids
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The chrysanthemum symbol of the Japanese emperor and his family.
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