# Kojiki is presented to the court (712)

URL: https://history-japan.com/timeline/712-kojiki-is-presented-to-the-court
Location: Japan
Categories: main-event

The Kojiki combined origin myths, genealogies and accounts of early rulers. Compiled for the imperial court, it helped explain and legitimate the dynasty’s position. Its legendary narratives are not a reliable year-by-year record of prehistoric rule.

Ruler at the time: [Empress Genmei](https://history-japan.com/rulers/empress-genmei)

## Sources
- [en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kojiki)