VI. The World Wars and the Interwar Period, 1914–1945 > H. East Asia, 1902–1945 > 5. Japan, 1914–1945 > 1926, Jan. 28
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1926, Jan. 28
 
Prime Minister Kat Takaaki died and was succeeded by the new leader of the Kenseikai, Wakatsuki Reijir (1866–1949), the second commoner to become prime minister.  1
 
Dec. 25
 
The Taish emperor died, and the prince regent succeeded him to the throne. The reign period was changed to Shwa.  2
 
 
 
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