What is jimmu tenno?

Jimmu Tenno is a legendary figure in Japanese mythology and is the first emperor of Japan. According to Japanese mythology, he ascended to the throne in 660 BC at the age of 45 and ruled for a period of 75 years.

Jimmu Tenno is believed to have been born to the god Izanagi and the goddess Izanami and it is said that he was charged with establishing a permanent capital for the fledgling nation of Japan. He is also credited with founding the Yamato dynasty, the longest reigning imperial dynasty in the world, which lasted from 660 BC to 1945 AD.

Jimmu Tenno's legendary exploits include a conquest of the indigenous tribes of Japan, which allowed him to establish his capital at Kashihara. He is also credited with introducing various cultural, political, and agricultural practices to Japan.

Today, Jimmu Tenno is celebrated annually on February 11th as National Foundation Day in Japan, and his legacy lives on through the Yamato dynasty and the Japanese imperial family.