Mutsuhito becomes Crown Prince of Japan
- When
- 1860
- Where
- Kyoto
- Episodes
- 2
Mutsuhito, born in 1852 to Emperor Kōmei and concubine Nakayama Yoshiko, was formally recognized as heir to the throne in August 1860. He was subsequently proclaimed Crown Prince and given the adult name Mutsuhito in November 1860, establishing his status prior to his 1867 accession.
Episodes
- Proclamation of Heir
Sachinomiya was proclaimed prince of the blood and heir to the throne on 16 August 1860, marking his formal recognition as successor.
- Proclamation of Crown Prince
Mutsuhito was formally proclaimed Crown Prince and given his adult name on 11 November 1860.
Background and detail
Investiture. On 16 August 1860, Sachinomiya, Mutsuhito's childhood name, was proclaimed prince of the blood and heir to the throne. He was formally adopted by his father's consort. Later that year, on 11 November, he was proclaimed as the crown prince and given the adult name Mutsuhito, marking his formal entry into the succession.
People involved
- Mutsuhito · Crown Prince
- Emperor Kōmei · Father
- Nakayama Yoshiko · Mother
Sources
- Emperor Meiji Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-03
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