His father, Emperor Ichijo, had deep affection for Imperial Prince Atsuyasu and earnestly desired that he be installed as Crown Prince; however, the Emperor's desire was not fulfilled, due to Michinaga's opposition.
父帝もこの親王を愛しむ心深く、ぜひ皇太子にと思ったが、道長の反対でついに実現できなかった。