Japan declared war on Germany on 23rd August 1914. Who was Emperor of Japan at the time?

Correct answer: C. Yoshihito (the Taisho Emperor)

  • A. Kamio
  • B. Hirohito (the Showa Emperor)
  • C. Yoshihito (the Taisho Emperor)
  • D. Shigenobu

Explanation

Yoshihito, known as the Taisho Emperor, ruled Japan from 1912 to 1926 and was emperor when Japan declared war on Germany in 1914. Hirohito succeeded him in 1926.

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