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The Heian Period in Japan ran from 794 to 1185. During this time, the capital was Heian-kyo, which is now known as Kyoto.

In the Heian Period, Chinese influences such as Buddhism and Taoism were at their height. Despite this, the period is also known for being a golden age of Japanese culture such as literature and painting.

But the Heian Period wasn’t only about art and the lives of the nobility. Watch the video to learn more about the government during this era.

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