Princess Yata
Empress consort of Japan
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Princess Yata (八田皇女) was Empress of Japan as the consort of her half-brother Emperor Nintoku.[1]
| Yata | |
|---|---|
| Empress consort of Japan | |
| Tenure | 350–399 |
| Died | after 399 |
| Spouse | Emperor Nintoku |
| House | Imperial House of Japan |
| Father | Emperor Ōjin |
Yata was a daughter of Emperor Ōjin. Early in Emperor Nintokus' reign, he wished to take Princess Yata as a concubine; his empress, Princess Iwa, forbade it. In 347, Emperor Nintoku's first wife, Princess Iwa died. Upon her death, Princess Yata was wed to Emperor Nintoku.[1][2]
