imperial throne; heavenly sun-succession
Archaic and highly formal term for the Japanese imperial throne, emphasizing its divine origin and unbroken lineage. Used in classical literature, Shinto ritual, and historical contexts.
Succeed to the heavenly sun-succession throne.
The Kojiki records matters of the imperial throne.
Modern, neutral term for the imperial throne. 天津日嗣 is archaic and poetic, emphasizing divine lineage.
Shorter form meaning 'sun-succession' or 'imperial succession'; 天津日嗣 adds the heavenly (天つ) element.
Standard kanji spelling for the imperial throne in classical and Shinto contexts.
Variant spelling using 天つ for 'heavenly'; less common but attested.
Formed from 天つ, “heavenly,” and 日嗣, “imperial succession” or “the imperial throne.” The archaic particle つ links 天 to the following noun.