Jōei


Jōei was a Japanese era name after Kangi and before Tenpuku. This period spanned the years from April 1232 to April 1233. The reigning emperors were Emperor Go-Horikawa and Emperor Shijō.

Change of era

1232 Jōei gannen: The era name was changed to mark an event or a number of events. The previous era ended and a new one commenced in Kangi 4.

Events of the ''Jōei'' Era

1232 : Kujō Yoritsune is raised to the second rank of the 3rd class in the dōjō kuge.1232 : In the 11th year of Emperor Go-Horikawa's reign, he abdicated; and the succession was received by his oldest son. Shortly thereafter, Emperor Shijō is said to have acceded to the throne.