Suiko period


The Suiko period is a chronological timeframe during the Asuka period of Japanese history. This period all but 7 years of Empress Suiko's reign or it is used as a synonym for her reign.

Calendar

The adoption of the Sexagenary cycle calendar was a significant event in the reign of Empress Suiko. This pre-dates the system of Japanese era names which was introduced in 645.

Events of the ''Suiko'' period