About Minamoto no Takakuni
Lived 1004 – 1077 (aged 73). Minamoto no Takakuni was a Japanese writer.
(1004–1077), also known as , was a noble and a scholar of ancient Japan. He was also the father of Toba Sōjō, an important painter.
Takakuni was also mentioned as Dainagon of Uji in "gleanings from Uji Dainagon Monogatari" - a collection of Japanese tales written around the beginning of the 13th century, which no longer exists.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Minamoto no Takakuni?
Japanese noble
When was Minamoto no Takakuni born?
Minamoto no Takakuni was born on 24 July 1004 in Heian-kyō.
When did Minamoto no Takakuni die?
Minamoto no Takakuni died on 31 July 1077.
What was Minamoto no Takakuni's occupation?
Minamoto no Takakuni was a writer.
What nationality was Minamoto no Takakuni?
Minamoto no Takakuni was Japanese.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Minamoto no Takakuni
· DBpedia: Minamoto no Takakuni
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