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Could the empress or crown prince act as genro?

Imperial family members might theoretically advise in that fashion, but they would not necessarily command Tojo's trust or obedience.

Genro Hideki Tojo Imperial Family

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Question

Could the empress or crown prince be considered unofficial genro?

Short answer

Theoretically, but their advice would not solve the problem if Tojo refused to recognize them as authoritative imperial intermediaries.

Notes

The empress and crown prince could theoretically serve as unofficial imperial advisers. The obstacle would be whether Tojo trusted them to convey the emperor's wishes. Their family position alone would not guarantee that he accepted their advice.