Emperor Go-Mizunoo was the 112th emperor of Japan, reigning from 1611 to 1629. He was born on the 13th of June, 1596, and was the son of Emperor Go-Yozei. His reign is noted for the political challenges and the influence of the Tokugawa shogunate, which held significant power during this period. After his abdication, Go-Mizunoo became a retired emperor and took the name Emperor Kōmyō. He was known for his interest in the arts and literature, contributing to the cultural landscape of Japan. His reign is often seen as a transitional period between the earlier imperial authority and the dominance of the shogunate.