676 was a leap year of the 7th century. Events By place Europe Æthelred invades Kent. Asia In Japan, Emperor Temmu promulgate a decree about taxes from fiefs and the employment of persons for the service from the outer provinces. Men of distinguished ability are allowed to enter the service, even though they are of the common people, regardless of their ranks. By topic Religion November 2—Pope Donus succeeds Pope Adeodatus as the 78th pope. Cuthbert of Lindisfarne withdraws to a herm… (More on 676)