Background
After the death of his father Soga no Umako, Emishi took over Ōomi, the Minister of state, from his father.
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Career
His alternative names include Emishi (毛人) and Toyora no Ōomi (豊浦大臣). According to the Nihonshoki, from the end of the reign of Empress Suiko to that of Empress Kōgyoku, Emishi enjoyed influence in the court. After the death of Empress Suiko, Emishi succeeded in installing Prince Tamura on the throne as Emperor Jomei by citing the will of Empress Suiko.
After the discernment of Emperor Jomei, Emishi supported Empress Kōgyoku.
