Background
Hosshinno Ryojo was born in 1268. He was the 7th son of Emperor Kameyama.
Hosshinno Ryojo was born in 1268. He was the 7th son of Emperor Kameyama.
He was initiated into priesthood by Priest-Prince Sonjo Shorenin (1279) and was proclaimed a Priest Prince (Hosshinno) the same year. He was appointed head priest of the Tendai Sect (1299).