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Emperor Bidatsu of Japan

Emperor Bidatsu (敏達天皇) was the 30th imperial ruler of Japan. He was the second son of Emperor Kimme. During his rule, he sought to regain Mimana but failed. In domestic affairs, he allowed a tension between the Soga and the Mononobe regarding acceptace of Buddhism to Japan.

Lived: 538-585
Ruled: 572-585

Preceded by:
Kimmei
Emperor of Japan Succeeded by:
Yomei