Emperor Kameyama was the 96th emperor of Japan, reigning from 1259 to 1274 during the Kamakura period. He was born in 1249 and was the son of Emperor Go-Fukakusa. His reign was marked by political challenges, including conflicts with the powerful Hojo clan, who held significant influence over the imperial court. Kameyama's rule ended when he abdicated in favor of his son, Emperor Go-Uda. After his abdication, he became a monk and took the name Kameyama Shonin. His life reflects the complexities of imperial authority and the shifting power dynamics in medieval Japan.