Shōwa (Hirohito), Emperor (Manchukuo (Japan Protectorate)) : All Data

Shōwa, also known as Emperor Hirohito, was the ruler of Japan from 1926 to 1989. During his reign, he witnessed and played a significant role in several important wars. The most notable conflicts that occurred during his tenure were the Second Sino-Japanese War (1937-1945) and World War II (1939-1945). These wars overlapped with the calculated timespan of his rule, making him a central figure in Japan's militaristic expansion and eventual defeat. Hirohito's reign witnessed the devastating consequences of these conflicts, including the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, leading to Japan's surrender and subsequent transformation into a democratic nation.