Emperor Taisho

大正天皇 (嘉仁)

["123rd Emperor of Japan", "Sovereign of Taisho Democracy", "Meiji's Successor"]

Born Aug 31, 1879

Tokyo, Empire of Japan

Passed Away Dec 25, 1926 Hayama Imperial Villa (Kanagawa), Empire of Japan

Lifespan 47 years old

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"May the peace and concord of our realm ever harmonize with the enlightened progress of all humanity."

Archival Overview

The 123rd Emperor of Japan (reigned 1912–1926) whose era—known as 'Taisho Democracy'—saw the rise of parliamentary party politics, labor unions, universal male suffrage, and cultural modernism in Japan.

Biographical Record

Emperor Taisho (personal name Yoshihito) ascended the Chrysanthemum Throne following the death of Emperor Meiji in 1912. During his reign, Japan joined the Allied Powers in World War I, capturing German possessions in the Pacific and Tsingtao, and gained a permanent seat on the Council of the League of Nations.

The Taisho era witnessed unprecedented political liberalization, freedom of the press, and modern literary flourishing. In 1925, his government enacted the historic General Election Law granting universal male suffrage. Due to deteriorating health, Crown Prince Hirohito was named Regent in 1921.

Key Life Milestones

1912-07-30

Accession to the Chrysanthemum Throne

Inaugurated the Taisho ('Great Righteousness') era, initiating a decade of democratic and civil expansion.

1925-05-05

Enactment of Universal Male Suffrage

Promulgated the General Election Law, quadrupling the electorate by eliminating all property tax requirements.

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Final Resting Place

Perpetual Memorial

Musashi Imperial Graveyard (Tama Mausoleum)
Hachioji (Tokyo), Japan

                         GPS: 35.6517, 139.2783                    

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