Prince Muneyoshi

宗良親王

Prince (1311–1385), son of Emperor Go-Daigo; fought for the Southern Court for over 50 years; notable poet

Prince Munenaga
宗良親王殿下
Historical

About

Prince Muneyoshi (1311–1385) was a son of Emperor Go-Daigo who persevered in fighting for the Southern Court cause for over 50 years. He was also a noted poet whose works are preserved in imperial anthologies. He sought military support from the Suwasaki region of Shinano (Nagano) among other areas.

Family Relationships

Shrines Dedicated to This Deity

Shrine Prefecture Network Role
Iinoya Shrine 井伊谷宮 Shizuoka

Frequently Asked Questions

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Who is Prince Muneyoshi in Japanese mythology?

Prince Muneyoshi (宗良親王) is Prince (1311–1385), son of Emperor Go-Daigo; fought for the Southern Court for over 50 years; notable poet. This deity appears in Historical and is enshrined at 1 shrines across Japan.

What shrines are dedicated to Prince Muneyoshi?

There are 1 shrines in our database dedicated to Prince Muneyoshi, including Iinoya Shrine.

What myths involve Prince Muneyoshi?

Prince Muneyoshi appears in myths from Historical. The deity is known as Prince (1311–1385), son of Emperor Go-Daigo; fought for the Southern Court for over 50 years; notable poet.