Tenpyō-jingo facts for kids

Tenpyō-jingo (天平神護) was a special time period in Japanese history. It was like a "year name" or nengō in Japan. This era came after Tenpyō-hōji and before Jingo-keiun. The Tenpyō-jingo period started in January 765 and ended in August 767. The ruler during this time was Empress Shōtoku (称徳天皇). Interestingly, she was the same woman who had ruled before as Empress Kōken.

Key Events of the Tenpyō-jingo Era

A copper coin used during the Tenpyō-jingo era.

• 765 (Tenpyō-jingo 1): In the second month of this year, Empress Shōtoku gave a very important job to a Buddhist priest named Dōkyō. She made him the daijō-daijin zenji, which was a top position in the government.
• 765 (Tenpyō-jingo 1): Fujiwara no Toyonari passed away at 62 years old. He had been an important government official, holding the title of Minister of the Right (udaijin).
• 765 (Tenpyō-jingo 1): The former Emperor Junnin died while he was living away from the capital, in exile.
• 766 (Tenpyō-jingo 2): In the first month of this year, Fujiwara-no Matate was named the new Minister of the Right (udaijin). Also, Kibi no Makibi became a major counselor, known as a dainaigon.

Related Pages to Explore

• Nara period

More Information

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

See also

In Spanish: Tenpyō-jingo para niños