Princess Uji
Princess Uji was a Japanese princess and saiō. Her father was Emperor Bidatsu and her mother was his first wife, Hirohime.Life
Princess Uji was born the daughter of Emperor Bidatsu and Hirohime. In 578, she left to become the saiō. However, she likely never worshipped at Mie Prefecture rather worshipping at Mount Miwa. In 578, the same year as her tenureship began, she was raped by Prince Ikebe, and was forced to resign. The saiō was meant to remain unmarried and a virgin, and having their virginity taken away could cost a woman the job. For example, after being accused of having sex and getting pregnant, Princess Wakatarashihime was pressured to resign as saiō, however she ultimately killed herself.Identity
The identity of Princess Uji has been somewhat confused with another daughter of Emperor Bidatsu, and his second wife, Empress Suiko. Emperor Bidatsu had a daughter with Suiko named who went on to marry Prince Shōtoku.