| The Emperor called back FUJIWARA no Tadazane, who was disfavored by the Cloistered Emperor Shirakawa, and he then arranged his daughter, FUJIWARA no Taishi (Kaya no in) an Imperial Consort's bridal entry into the court, and filled all the significant posts with his close aides. |
白河法皇に疎んじられていた藤原忠実を呼び戻して娘の藤原泰子（高陽院）を入内させるなど、院の要職を自己の側近で固める。 |