Royalty · 1852–1912

Emperor Meiji

Emperor who oversaw the rapid modernisation and industrialisation of Japan

Did you know?During his reign, he transformed the nation from a secluded feudal society into one of the world's great imperial powers.

Emperor Meiji (3 November 1852 – 29 July 1912), personal name Mutsuhito, was Emperor of Japan from 30 January 1867 until his death in 1912. The Meiji Restoration proclaimed the Empire of Japan in 1868, beginning the Meiji era.

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Age at death
59
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