The fact that he was considered only a figurehead by Allied leaders probably saved his life after World War II, as Douglas McArthur demanded that this man not be prosecuted for war crimes.
One attempt to overthrow this ruler was the February 26 Incident. The Toranomon Incident was an assassination attempt on this leader by a communist, and the Sakuradamon Incident was another such attack, partly made in retribution for his grandfather's conquering of Korea. The fact that he was considered only a figurehead by Allied leaders probably saved his life after World War II, as Douglas McArthur demanded that this man not be prosecuted for war crimes. Father of Akihito, FTP identify this emperor of Japan, today known as Showa.
One attempt to overthrow this ruler was the February 26 Incident.
{Hirohito} or {Showa} (until it is mentioned)