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Shō Gen

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Gender Male
Date of died April 1,1572
SpouseMawashi Kikoe-ōkimi-kanashi
Parents Shō Sei
HouseSecond Shō Dynasty
Children Shō Ei
Shō Kyū
Isshi, Shuri-ōgimi-ajiganashi
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Date of Upd.
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Shō Gen Life story


Shō Gen was king of the Ryukyu Kingdom from 1556 to 1572. He was called "Gen, the mute. " The king required considerable support from the Sanshikan, the chief council of royal advisors. His reign marked the beginning of the Council's demonstration of significantly greater effectiveness and efficiency than previously.

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