Fujiwara no Kiyokawa

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Fujiwara no Kiyokawa (藤原 清河; died 778), also known by his Chinese-style name Heqing (河清), was a Japanese noble who served as an envoy to the Tang dynasty, serving in the Tang court alongside Abe no Nakamaro.

Born into Hokke house of the Fujiwara clan, Kiyokawa served in the court of Emperor Shōmu where he rapidly rose in rank and power. In 750, he was appointed as an envoy to Tang China with Ōtomo no Komaro and Kibi no Makibi as vice-envoys. Kiyokawa and the envoy arrived in Chang'an and gained an audience with Emperor Xuanzong.

Appearances

• Assassin's Creed: Dynasty (mentioned only)