Episode 2 of 2
Proclamation of Crown Prince
- When
- 11 November 1860
- Where
- Kyoto
Mutsuhito was formally proclaimed Crown Prince and given his adult name on 11 November 1860.
Later in 1860, on 11 November, Sachinomiya was formally proclaimed as the crown prince and given the adult name Mutsuhito. This event solidified his position as the designated successor to Emperor Kōmei.
Sources
- Emperor Meiji Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-03
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