Tokuji facts for kids

Tokuji (徳治) was a special Japanese era (also called a nengō) in Japan. It came after the Kagen era and before the Enkyō era. This period started in December 1306 and ended in October 1308. During this time, the emperor of Japan was Go-Nijō-tennō (後二条天皇).

Understanding the Tokuji Era

The Tokuji era was a short period in Japanese history. It lasted for only about two years. Japanese eras are like special time periods that get a unique name. They often change when a new emperor takes the throne or when something important happens.

What is a Japanese Era?

A Japanese era is a way to count years in Japan. Each era has a special name, like Tokuji. When a new emperor starts ruling, or sometimes after a big event, a new era name is chosen. This helps people keep track of time and important events.

Important Events in the Tokuji Era

Even though the Tokuji era was short, some key things happened. The most important event was a change in who was ruling Japan.

• September 10, 1308 (Tokuji 3, 8th month): Emperor Go-Nijō passed away. He was only 24 years old. He had been the emperor for eight years.
• After Emperor Go-Nijō's death, his cousin became the new emperor. This new ruler is known as Emperor Hanazono.
• 1308 (Tokuji 3, 10th month): Because a new emperor, Emperor Hanazono, had taken the throne, the era name was changed. The Tokuji era ended, and the new era was called Enkyō.

The Kamakura Period Connection

The Tokuji era happened during a larger time in Japanese history called the Kamakura period. This was a time when powerful warrior families, called shoguns, had a lot of influence in Japan. The emperor was still important, but the shoguns held much of the real power.

Years of the Tokuji Era

Here's a simple table showing the years that were part of the Tokuji era:

How Tokuji Fits In

The Tokuji era was part of a long line of Japanese eras. It had an era before it and an era after it, showing the continuous flow of Japanese history.