Emperor Horikawa

Emperor Horikawa (堀河天皇, Horikawa-tennō?, August 8, 1078 – August 9, 1107) was the 73rd emperor of Japan, according to the traditional order of succession.

Horikawa's reign spanned the years from 1087 through 1107.

Read more about Emperor Horikawa:  Traditional Narrative, Eras of Horikawa's Reign

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