# Emperor Tenmu - Emperor

URL: https://history-japan.com/rulers/emperor-tenmu
Reign: 673 – 686
Dynasty: Imperial House of Japan
Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emperor_Tenmu

After winning the Jinshin War, Tenmu strengthened royal government and sponsored legal and historical projects.

## Succession
- Preceded by: [Emperor Kōtoku](https://history-japan.com/rulers/emperor-kotoku)
- Succeeded by: [Empress Jitō](https://history-japan.com/rulers/empress-jito)