Examples of using "Shōwa" in a sentence and their english translations:
The emperor passed away in January of 1989. Therefore, the name of the era changed from Showa to Heisei.
World War II came to an end in the 20th year of the Showa era.
- World War II came to an end in the 20th year of the Showa era.
- World War II ended in 1945.