Bunpō


Bunpō was a Japanese era name after Shōwa and before Gen'ō. This period spanned the years from February 1317 to April 1319. The reigning Emperors were Emperor Hanazono-tennō and Emperor Go-Daigo.

Change of era

1317 : The new era name was created to mark an event or series of events. The previous era ended and the new one commenced in Shōwa 6. The name was taken from the Book of Liang and means "elegant protection."

Events of the ''Bunpō'' era

During this era, Negotiations between the Bakufu and the two lines resulted in an agreement to alternate the throne between the two lines every 10 years. This agreement did not last very long, being broken by Emperor Go-Daigo.1317 : Former-Emperor Fushimi died at age 53 years.1318 : In the 11th year of Hanazono-tennōs reign, the emperor abdicated; and the succession was received by his cousin, the second son of former-Emperor Go-Uda. Shortly thereafter, Emperor Go-Daigo is said to have acceded to the throne.1319 : Emperor Go-Daigo caused the nengō to be changed to Gen'ō to mark the beginning of his reign.