The Fujiwara clan rose to power primarily through having their daughters marry emperors. By arranging these marriages, they were able to place their family members in positions of influence within the imperial court, thereby gaining significant political power and control over the imperial family. This strategy allowed the Fujiwara to dominate Japanese politics for several centuries during the Heian period. While they did engage in trade and had other political and military endeavors, their primary method of consolidating power was through these strategic marital alliances.
The Fujiwara rose to power by (making a fortune through trade. waging war on other clans having their daughters marry emporers defeating the mongol invaders
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