noun
imperial throne; rank of the emperor
Formal, historical term for the imperial throne or the emperor's position. Rare in modern everyday language; mostly found in classical literature or ceremonial contexts. Compare with 皇位 (こうい).
See also: 皇位
宝祚の継承は、古来より厳かな儀式をもって行われてきた。
The succession to the imperial throne has been carried out with solemn ceremonies since ancient times.
この文書には「宝祚無窮」と記されている。
This document reads 'eternal imperial reign'.