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Why was prince shotoku an important leader in early japan?

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He spread Buddhism! He was an very powerful leader and ruler!

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Prince Shotoku was an important leader in early Japan because he created the first ever Constitution which indicates the rules of the officials in public events. He also dedicated some of time to spread Buddhism in Japan building temples and send messengers to China.
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