Eiman facts for kids
Eiman (永万) was a special name for a period of time in Japanese history. Think of it like how we name decades (the 80s, the 90s), but these eras were much shorter and often changed when a new emperor came to power or after a big event.
The Eiman era came after an era called Chōkan and before Nin'an. It started in June 1165 and ended in August 1166. During this short time, the emperor of Japan was Emperor Rokujō.
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What Happened During the Eiman Era?
A New Heir is Chosen
- 1165 (Eiman 1): The young son of Emperor Nijō was chosen to be the next in line for the throne. This meant he would become emperor after his father.
Emperor Nijō Steps Down
- August 3, 1165 (Eiman 1, 25th day of the 6th month): After ruling for seven years, Emperor Nijō decided to step down from his role. This is called abdication. His son then officially took over as the new emperor. This was confirmed with special ceremonies.
The Passing of a Former Emperor
- September 4, 1165 (Eiman 1, 27th day of the 7th month): Sadly, the former Emperor Nijō passed away when he was only 22 years old.
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