Fujiwara no Kanemichi

Japanese statesman, courtier and politician From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Fujiwara no Kanemichi (藤原 兼通; 925 – December 20, 977), also known as Horikawa-dono and Tōtōmi-kō,[1] was a Japanese statesman, courtier and politician during the Heian period.[2]

Born925
DiedDecember 20, 977
NationalityJapanese
ParentsFujiwara no Morosuke (father)
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Fujiwara no Kanemichi
Born925
DiedDecember 20, 977
NationalityJapanese
ParentsFujiwara no Morosuke (father)
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Career

Kanemichi served as a minister during the reign of Emperor En'yū. His chief rival was his younger brother, Kaneie, who was also raised to the position of regent during a different time frame.

Genealogy

This member of the Fujiwara clan was the son of Morosuke.[2] He was the second son. The Honda clan claims descent from him.[5]

Kanemichi had four brothers: Kaneie,[6] Kinsue,[7] Koretada,[8] and Tamemitsu.[9]

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