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Shōryaku (正暦) was a special name used for a period of time in Japanese history. Think of it like a specific "era" or "age." This era came after the Eiso period and before the Chōtoku period. The Shōryaku era began in November 990 and lasted until February 995. During this time, the emperor ruling Japan was known as Emperor Ichijō.

What Happened During the Shōryaku Era?

Important Dates and Events

  • March 1, 991 (which was the 12th day of the 2nd month in Shōryaku 2): The previous emperor, Emperor En'yū, passed away when he was 33 years old.
  • 992 (Shōryaku 3): A person named Kujō Kanetoshi built a new group of temple buildings. This important place was called Shoryaku-ji.

Learning More About This Time

External Resources

  • National Diet Library, "The Japanese Calendar" -- This link provides a historical overview and pictures from the library's collection.
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