Mid-reign of the Chenghua Emperor (1470s)

Timeline

1. 1471–1476Beijing · Beijing MunicipalityThe Chenghua Emperor continued light corvée and low tax policies, reducing taxes in disaster areas and reforming grain transport and the salt system. Imperial kiln porcelain production expanded, and Chenghua official kiln wares became a later exemplar.
2. 1475–1480Forbidden City · Beijing MunicipalityConsort Wan held exclusive favor, Wang Zhi established the Western Depot, and inner-court eunuch power expanded. Crown prince Zhu Youtang retained his position with the protection of court officials and attendants, laying the foundation for later Hongzhi reforms.
3. 1471–1480Ming realm · ChinaThe Ming court maintained investiture and tribute relations with vassals such as Korea and Ryukyu, defended the northern frontier against Mongol tribes, and twice dispatched forces against Taiwan. Tributary trade and frontier garrisons ran in parallel, reflecting Chenghua's diplomatic and military arrangements.