Remembering HM Emperor Uda 宇多天皇

Today is the memorial for His Majesty Emperor Uda, who departed this life on July 19, 931. Known for his piety and sincerity, Emperor Uda was the 59th Emperor of Japan, known for the advice he left behind for others to follow. While others sought to increase the independence of the Imperial Family, Emperor Uda focused on study and promoting the benefits of virtue and good government. He enforced justice by freeing those from prison who had been wrongfully accused, reviewed tax collection to ensure it was being done fairly and took steps to protect the property rights of the peasants. He abdicated in 897.