1647
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Shôhô 4 (正保四年)
Timeline of 1647
- 1647/6/24 - Two Portuguese ships arrive in Nagasaki harbor requesting trade.
- 1647/8/6 - The two Portuguese ships depart Nagasaki after being ordered to do so. Ten han (domains) send a total of 55,528 troops to contribute to the defense of the port.
Other Events of 1647
- A royal monopoly system is established for the sale of sugar and turmeric (ukon) in Ryûkyû, helping to allow the king to repay loans to Satsuma han.
Births and Deaths
- Abe Masatsugu dies.
- Kujô Michifusa dies (b. 1609).
| Previous Year 1646 |
1647 | Following Year 1648 |
