Chin
One of the five kings of Wa
About Chin
Chin of Wa (倭珍) was a king of Wa in the early 5th century (middle Kofun era). He was also known as Wa Ochin (倭王珍).
San's younger brother and one of the Five kings of Wa. Some compare him to the 18th Emperor Hanzei.
Records
Book of Liang
Book of Liang In the Book of Liang, the article on Japan states that after the death of the Japanese king "Zan", his younger brother "Ya" stood up, and after his death, his son "Je" stood up. 。
History of the Southern Dynasties In the Nan shi, the article on the Japanese Kingdom (Nan shi wagu den) describes the contents of the Song Shu Chronicles.
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Important facts
Frequently asked questions
Who was Chin?
one of the five kings of Wa
What nationality was Chin?
Chin's recorded nationality: Wakoku.
Sources & further reading
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Chin. https://biography.guide/chin/
MLA: "Chin." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/chin/.
Chicago: "Chin." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/chin/.
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