1782
Tenmei 2 (天明二年)
Timeline of 1782
Other Events of 1782
- Rama I founds the Chakri Dynasty in Siam, which continues to rule today.
- The Great Tenmei Famine begins (lasts until 1787).
- Tsutaya Jûzaburô purchases exclusive rights to publish Yoshiwara saiken (courtesan directories), and moves his residence and shop from the Yoshiwara to the Nihonbashi area.
- The first ukiyo-e print by Utamaro to be published by Tsutaya Jûzaburô is published.
Births and Deaths
- Aizawa Seishisai is born (d. 1863).
- Kanze Kiyohisa dies.
- Segawa Kikunojô IV is born (d. 1812).
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