Shōji (era)

Shōji was a Japanese era name after Kenkyū and before Kennin. This period spanned the years from April 1199 through February 1201. The reigning emperor was Emperor Tsuchimikado.

Change of era

1199 Shōji gannen: The new era name was created to mark an event or a number of events. The previous era ended and a new one commenced in Kenkyū 10, on the 27th day of the 4th month of 1199.

Events of the ''Shōji'' era

January 29, 1199 : Oyama Tomomasa was appointed to the shugo post of Harima Province and as governor of Heian-kyō.1200 : Hōjō Tokimasa was created daimyō of Ōmi Province.1201 : Beginning of the Kennin Rebellion.