RUL-JPN-050 · RULER · JAPAN
Emperor Kammu
781–806
Local name: 桓武天皇
Title: Emperor of Japan
Reign: 781–806
Sequence: No. 50
Dynasty / court: Imperial House of Japan
Chronology note: Imperial Household Agency genealogy; ancient dates are the traditional official chronology.
Residence Timeline
| Period | Palace | Role | Notes | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 781–784 | Heijō Palace | capital palace / state court | Heijō Palace served as the Nara capital palace; individual residence patterns varied during temporary capital shifts. | High |
| 784–794 | Nagaoka Palace | capital palace / founder | Kammu moved the capital to Nagaoka. | High |
| 794–806 | Heian Palace | capital palace / founder | Kammu established Heian-kyō and its palace in 794. | High |
Palace & Court Events
- 784 — Emperor Kammu moved the capital to Nagaoka.
- 794 — Emperor Kammu established Heian-kyō and Heian Palace.