Emperor Richu

AncientEmperorJapan336 — 405

Son of Nintoku, continued the Yamato line.

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Quick Facts

Born

336

Died

405

Country

Japan

Era

Ancient

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)10

Political (20%)26

Influence (20%)43

Legacy (20%)33

Leadership (15%)48

Strategy (15%)45

Total Score35.9

Emperor Richu — Complete Timeline

400 AD

Reign of Emperor RichuPolitical Action

Emperor Richu, son of Nintoku, reigned for a short period in the early 5th century. His reign is recorded in the Nihon Shoki but lacks significant historical detail, suggesting a continuation of the Yamato line without major upheaval.

SuccessionYamato Period

Impact: national

Continued the Yamato LinePolitical Action

Emperor Richu succeeded his father Nintoku, maintaining the unbroken imperial lineage that the Yamato court claimed. His reign, though brief, is part of the genealogical record that legitimized the imperial family's authority.

GenealogyImperial Lineage

Impact: national