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Period: 710 to 784
Nara Shogunate
In Japanese history, the Nara period (ad 710–784) was a time when Buddhism and Sinicization reached their peaks of development. -
Period: 794 to 1156
Heian (Kyoto) Period
The period of the Heian ruling is recognised as a time where Chinese cultural influences were in decline, therefore leading to Japan maturing as a national culture.
The Heian period is regarded as the peak of the Japanese imperial court and is renowned for its literature and poetry. -
Period: 1185 to 1333
Kamakura Shogunate
Undering the ruling of the Kamakura shogunate, power gradually shifted from the nobility to landowner military men in the provinces. Dramatic changes occurred during this time in Japan's politics, society, and culture. -
Period: 1336 to 1573
Ashikaga Period
The first Europeans to set foot in Japan were Portuguese missionaries and traders who landed at southern Kysh in 1543, during the Ashikaga Period. Additionally, during this time, art inspired by Zen was in its golden period and trade with the Chinese Ming Dynasty (1368–1644) reached new heights. -
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Tokugawa Shogunate
This period of ruling under the tokugawa Shogunate was the last of traditional Japan. It was recognised as a time of peace, political stability, and economic growth. -
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Meiji Restoration
The Meiji Restoration was a political event that restored practical imperial rule to japan and changed their feudal system.