Fujiwara no Michikane
Japanese noble
About Fujiwara no Michikane
Lived 961 – 995 (aged 33–34). Fujiwara no Michikane was a Japanese kugyō.
Fujiwara no Michikane (藤原 道兼; 961 – 995), was a Japanese statesman of the Heian period.
He was appointed udaijin in 994.
After the death of Fujiwara no Michitaka, his son Korechika expected to succeed him as Kampaku, instead, Ichijō appointed Michikane. Michikane died after seven days in the position, earning him the legacy as Nanoka no Kampaku (七日の関白), the seven-day regent. and the Utsunomiya.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Fujiwara no Michikane?
Japanese noble
When was Fujiwara no Michikane born?
Fujiwara no Michikane was born in 961 in Japan.
When did Fujiwara no Michikane die?
Fujiwara no Michikane died on 8 June 995.
What was Fujiwara no Michikane's occupation?
Fujiwara no Michikane was a kugyō.
What nationality was Fujiwara no Michikane?
Fujiwara no Michikane was Japanese.
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