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Shō Gen

Shō Gen

King
Shō Gen was king of the Ryukyu Kingdom from 1556 to 1572. He was called "Gen, the mute." The king required considerable support from the Sanshikan, the chief council of royal advisors. His reign marked the beginning of the council's demonstration... Wikipedia
Born: March 25, 1528
Died: May 12, 1572 (age 44 years)
Great-grandparents: Shō En and Ogiyaka
Great grandchildren: Shō Shitsu, Shō Ken, Shō Kyō, and more
Grandfather: Shō Shin