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Emperor Antoku of Japan (died 1185)

Historical image related to Emperor Antoku of Japan (died 1185) from December 22, 1178

Emperor Antoku

Emperor of Japan from 1180 to 1185

Emperor Antoku was the 81st emperor of Japan, according to the traditional order of succession. His reign spanned the years from 1180 through 1185. His death marked the end of the Heian period and the beginning of the Kamakura period.
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December 22

Day of the year

December 22 is the 356th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; nine days remain until the end of the year.
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