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The Chōwa (長和) period was a special way of counting years in Japan a long, long time ago. It came after the Kankō period and before the Kannin period. This time started in December 1012 and ended in April 1017. During the Chōwa era, two emperors ruled: Emperor Sanjō and Emperor Go-Ichijō.

Key Events During the Chōwa Era

  • 1012 (Chōwa 1, 8th month): Emperor Sanjō married a daughter of Fujiwara no Michinaga. Michinaga was a very powerful leader in the court, like a chief advisor or prime minister, called a kampuku.
  • 1016 (Chōwa 4, 11th month): A big fire broke out in the Imperial palace, burning it down completely.
  • 10 March 1016 (Chōwa 5, 29th day of the 1st month): In the fifth year of Emperor Sanjō's rule, he decided to step down as emperor. His cousin then took over as the new ruler. Soon after, Emperor Go-Ichijō's role as the new leader was officially confirmed in special ceremonies.

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