Emperor Gomizunoo was the 108th emperor of Japan, reigning from 1611 to 1629 during the Edo period. He was born on June 18, 1596, and became emperor at a young age after the abdication of his father, Emperor Go-Yōzei. His reign was marked by the influence of the Tokugawa shogunate, which held significant power during this time. During his rule, Emperor Gomizunoo focused on cultural and religious matters, supporting the arts and the Shinto religion. He eventually abdicated in favor of his son, Emperor Meishō, and lived the rest of his life in relative obscurity until his death in 1680.