Emperor Temmu - Era of Temmu's Reign

Era of Temmu's Reign

The years of Temmu's reign were marked by only one era name or nengō which was proclaimed in the final months of the emperor's life; and Shuchō ended with Temmu's death.

  • Shuchō (686)

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