Nara, located around 30 km south of modern Kyoto, was the capital of ancient Japan between 710 and 784 CE. https://www.worldhistory.org/Nara/ #History #AncientJapan #Horyuji #KasugaTaisha

Some ancient Japanese people reshaped their skulls by moulding their babies’ heads, a new study confirms. The study analyzed the skulls of the Hirota people, who lived on an island from the third to the seventh century. The researchers found that the skull modification was a sign of collective identity and trade success, as the Hirota people exchanged shells with distant regions.

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The 'horse-rider theory' is a controversial proposal that Japan was conquered around the 4th or 5th century CE by a culture from northern Asia to whom the horse was especially important. https://www.worldhistory.org/article/1105/the-horse-rider-theory-in-ancient-japan/ #History #AncientJapan #Baekje #Gaya

The Nara Period (Nara Jidai) of ancient Japan (710-794 CE), so called because for most of that time the capital was located at Nara, then known as Heijokyo, was a short period of transition prior to the significant Heian Period. https://www.worldhistory.org/Nara_Period/ #History #AncientJapan #AsukaPeriod #HeianPeriod

The diet of ancient Japan was heavily influenced by its geography as an archipelago, foodstuffs and eating habits imported from mainland Asia, religious beliefs, and an appreciation for the aesthetic appearance of dishes, not just the taste. https://www.worldhistory.org/article/1082/food--agriculture-in-ancient-japan/ #History #AncientJapan #AsukaPeriod #Food

Prince Shotoku (574-622 CE) ruled as regent of Japan from 594 to 622 CE and is one of the most celebrated figures in all of Japanese history. https://www.worldhistory.org/Prince_Shotoku/ #History #AncientJapan #AsukaPeriod #EmperorofJapan

Ancient Japan has made unique contributions to world culture which include the Shinto religion and its architecture, distinctive art objects such as haniwa figurines, the oldest pottery vessels in the world, the largest wooden buildings anywhere at their time of construction, and many literary classics including the world's first novel. https://www.worldhistory.org/Ancient_Japan/ #History #AncientJapan #AsukaPeriod #Daigoji

The Nara Period (Nara Jidai) of ancient Japan (710-794 CE), so called because for most of that time the capital was located at Nara, then known as Heijokyo, was a short period of transition prior to the significant Heian Period. https://www.worldhistory.org/Nara_Period/ #History #AncientJapan #AsukaPeriod #HeianPeriod

Buddhism was introduced to ancient Japan via Korea in the 6th century CE with various sects following in subsequent centuries via China. https://www.worldhistory.org/article/1080/buddhism-in-ancient-japan/ #History #AncientJapan #Buddhism #Byodo-in

Insei or 'cloistered government' describes the strategy of emperors during the late Heian Period (794-1185 CE) in ancient Japan where they abdicated in favour of a chosen heir yet still ruled in some capacity, typically after retiring to a Buddhist monastery, hence the reference to a cloister. https://www.worldhistory.org/article/1106/insei-cloistered-government-in-ancient-japan/ #History #AncientJapan #EmperorofJapan #HeianPeriod

1800-year-old ritual mask discovered in Japan

A ritual mask that dates back 1800 years has been found by archaeologists in the Osaka Prefecture, Japan.

The discovery occurred while excavating the Nishi-Iwata ruins in Higashi-Osaka.

Constructed from cedar, the mask is human-like with two holes for eyes and one for the mouth, measuring 30 cm in length and 18 cm in width.

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The 'horse-rider theory' is a controversial proposal that Japan was conquered around the 4th or 5th century CE by a culture from northern Asia to whom the horse was especially important. https://www.worldhistory.org/article/1105/the-horse-rider-theory-in-ancient-japan/ #History #AncientJapan #Baekje #Gaya

The “Ancient Japan” initiative at Ancient History Encyclopedia arose as there is a dearth of open access and digitally curated information concerning early Japanese history available online and in English. https://www.worldhistory.org/article/1172/ancient-history-encyclopedia-in-japan/ #History #AncientJapan #Ginkakuji #Inari

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The medieval Ryukyu castles on the island of Okinawa, Japan are impressive testimony to the kingdom's power and wealth from the 12th to 16th century CE. #History #AncientJapan #MedievalCastle #RyukyuKingdom https://www.worldhistory.org/article/1399/the-ryukyu-castles-of-okinawa/?

The medieval Ryukyu castles on the island of Okinawa, Japan are impressive testimony to the kingdom's power and wealth from the 12th to 16th century CE. https://www.worldhistory.org/article/1399/the-ryukyu-castles-of-okinawa/ #History #AncientJapan #MedievalCastle #RyukyuKingdom

Buddhism was introduced to ancient Japan via Korea in the 6th century CE with various sects following in subsequent centuries via China. https://www.worldhistory.org/article/1080/buddhism-in-ancient-japan/ #History #AncientJapan #Buddhism #Byodo-in

The diet of ancient Japan was heavily influenced by its geography as an archipelago, foodstuffs and eating habits imported from mainland Asia, religious beliefs, and an appreciation for the aesthetic appearance of dishes, not just the taste. https://www.worldhistory.org/article/1082/food--agriculture-in-ancient-japan/ #History #AncientJapan #AsukaPeriod #Food

Giant 2.3-meter dakoken sword discovered In Japan

Japanese archaeologists have uncovered a giant 2.3 meter-long sword about 40 kilometers south of the city of Kyoto. The iron sword, which dates back more than 1,500 years, is believed to have been used to protect the deceased on their journey to the afterlife.

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Giant 2.3-meter dakoken sword discovered In Japan

Japanese archaeologists have uncovered a giant 2.3 meter-long sword about 40 kilometers south of the city of Kyoto. The iron sword, which dates back more than 1,500 years, is believed to have been used to protect the deceased on their journey to the afterlife.

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Usuki Tour / Japan wonders https://www.alojapan.com/722419/usuki-tour-japan-wonders/

Usuki town and the famous Stone Buddhas, world heritage monument Music: GadeaPlanet on GarageBand

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