Empress Shōshi, also known as Shōshi, was a prominent figure in the Heian period of Japan, reigning from 1086 to 1096. She was the daughter of Fujiwara no Michinaga, a powerful nobleman, and became the consort of Emperor Go-Ichijō. Her marriage strengthened the influence of the Fujiwara clan in the imperial court. As empress, Shōshi played a significant role in court politics and culture. She was known for her patronage of the arts and literature, contributing to the flourishing of Heian culture. Her legacy includes the promotion of Buddhism and the continuation of the Fujiwara family's political dominance in Japan.