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The city of Nara served as Japan's first official capital; during this period, the imperial family (led by a succession of emperors) ruled over the country.
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Emperor Kammu orders the relocation of Japan's capital to Heian-Kyo (modern-day Kyoto), which will serve as the country's official capital for the next 1000 years.
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