Tenchō

was a after "Kōnin" and before "Jōwa." This period started in January 824 and ended in January 834. The reigning emperors were and .
Events of the "Tenchō" era.
This era is part of "Kōnin-jōgan", which is a historical period from 810 to 877. The importance of Buddhism and the arts was notable during this time.