Permanent historical records · Updated 2026-11-03

1185 in Japan

Explore 3 historical events and records for Japan in 1185.

Historical records for Japan in 1185

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April

Battle of Danoura

Antoku · Danoura · Warfare / Military

Defeated in battle & drowned, & loses the Imperial Sword

Battle of Danoura

Gotoba · Danoura · House / House of Minamoto

Becomes undisputed Emperor but Japan sinks into civil war between the Shoguns

Battle of Danoura

Minamoto, Yoshitsune · Danoura · Warfare / Military

Defeats the Taira clan

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