, also romanized as Suchō or Akamitori, was a which lsated only a few monthsfrom June through September 686. The reigning monarchs were and .
History
In 686, was created by Emperor Temmu, but the nengō survived for only a few months after Temmu's death. The era ended when Empress Jitō was confirmed as Temmu's successor.
Timeline
The system of Japanese era names was not the same as Imperial reign dates.
Events of the Shuchō era
686 (Shuchō 1, 9th day of the 9th month): Emperor Temmu died. 686 (Shuchō 1): Ōtsu no Ōji, also known as Ōtsu no shinnō, tried and failed to make himself emperor after Temmu's death. 686: The succession (senso) was received by Mommu's widow. Soon after, Empress Jitō's role as monarch was confirmed in ceremonies (sokui).
Related pages
Asuka period
References
Other websites
National Diet Library, "The Japanese Calendar" -- historical overview plus illustrative images from library's collection