Fujiwara no Motokata

Background

Fujiwara no Motokata was born in 888, he was the son of Sugane.

Career

When Masakado Taira rose in revolt (940), the Imperial Court intended to appoint him as commander-in-chief of the punitive forces to be sent against Masakado. Moto- kata requested the Court to make the son of Tadahira Fujiwara, who was Sessho (Regent), the vice-commander. The Court rejected the request and appointed Tadabumi Fujiwara the commander-in-chief, instead of Motokata.

Connections

One of his daughters was a favorite Court lady of Emperor Murakami and Motokata was influential because of this circumstance.

Father:

Sugane