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Yōwa (養和) was a Japanese era name (called nengō in Japanese). It came after the Jishō era and before the Juei era. This period started in July 1181 and ended in May 1182. The emperor ruling during this time was Antoku.

What Happened During the Yōwa Era?

  • 1181 (Yōwa 1): The wife of the late Emperor Takakura became known by the name Kenreimon-in.
  • 1181 (Yōwa 1): A very bad famine hit Japan. This food shortage lasted for two years, causing great hardship.
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