Jōō (Edo period) facts for kids
Jōō (also spelled Jō-ō or Shōō) was a special way of counting years in Japan, like how we use "AD" or "CE" today. It was a "Japanese era name" or nengō. This period lasted from September 1652 to April 1655. During the Jōō era, two emperors ruled Japan: Emperor Go-Kōmyō and Emperor Go-Sai.
Key Events of the Jōō Era
The Jōō era saw a few important events:
- October 3, 1653 (which was the 12th day of the 8th month in Jōō 2): A big fire broke out in Japan. It destroyed a large part of the Imperial palace, where the emperor lived, and many temples nearby.
- August 18, 1654 (the 6th day of the 7th month in Jōō 3): A famous Buddhist priest named Ingen arrived in Nagasaki, Japan, all the way from China. He brought new ideas about Buddhism.
- October 30, 1654 (the 20th day of the 9th month in Jōō 3): Emperor Go-Kōmyō passed away.
Related Information
External Links
- National Diet Library, "The Japanese Calendar" -- historical overview plus illustrative images from library's collection
- Sennyuji Temple Museum, Funeral ceremonies for Emperor Go-Kōmyō
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