Medieval Japan

The Capital of Japan is moved

Feb 28, 710

In 710, the capital of Japan is moved from Asuka to Nara. The capital was modeled after Xian (China's Capital). The administration begins trying to enforce the land tax system as implemented in the Taika reforms. This was the beginning of the Nara period.

The Completion of Kojiki

Feb 28, 712

In the year 712, the Kojiki was completed and was known as the oldest existing records in Japanese history. The Kojiki is divided into three books and recorded all of Japanese history.

Shomu becomes Emperor

Feb 28, 725

Shomu became emperor in 725. During his time being an emperor he begins the practice of degrading excess members of the imperial family.

Kegon sect of Budhism comes over from China

Feb 28, 736

The Kegon sect is systematically called on to read protective sutras for the state. The Kegon was used when problems arose.

Yoro Codes becomes a law

Mar 1, 757

The Yoro codes became a law in 757, these codes replaced the Taiho Ritsuryo and it was based on the Tang China laws.

Capital City moves to Heian-kyo (Koyto)

Feb 28, 794

During the Heian period in 794, the capital city of Japan moves to Heian-kyo. Heian-kyo was the capital of Japan over a thousand years.

Kukai established a monastery on Mt Koya

Mar 1, 816

Kukai was given permission to monastery on Mt Koya on 816.

Hogen Incident

Jul 1, 1156

During this time Yorinaga's brother collected warriors from the Minamoto and the Taira clans. This was the beginning of a battle that follows the death of Yorinaga.

Honen Shonin stats the Pure Land sect Buddhism

Mar 2, 1175

Honen Shonin found the Pure Land in 1175.

Taira defeated at Dannoura

Apr 2, 1185

Taira was defeated in a sea battle at Dannoura. During the battle Antoku dies and the Imperial sword got lost in the sea. This was the end of the reign and supremacy of the Taira family.