He completed an official biography of Emperor Meiji in 1915.

Emperor Meiji would make 13 trips to the stadium to view horse racing.

Actually, the shrine, bearing the Emperor Meiji's name, was not built until after his death in 1912.

Due to his very young age, he was officially adopted by Emperor Meiji.

Emperor Meiji took pleasure in seeing his bout on March 10, 1884.

Emperor Meiji authorized it to become an independent ōke household in 1900.

One major change took place under Emperor Meiji a century ago.

To stress the importance of the base, Emperor Meiji made a personal inspection tour in 1890.

He was also responsible for the education of the young Emperor Meiji.

His spirit is said to rest in peace next to the tomb of Emperor Meiji at this shrine.