Description
Book SynopsisThe
Illustrated Companion to Japanese Archaeology provides for the first time a comprehensive visual introduction to a wide range of sites and finds from the earliest occupation of the Japanese archipelago prior to 35,000 years ago to the early historical periods and the establishment of the Chinese-style capital at Heijo, modern-day Nara, in the 8th century AD. The volume originated in the largest ever exhibition of Japanese archaeological discoveries held in Germany in 2004, which brought together over 1500 exhibits from 55 lenders around Japan, and research by over 100 specialists. The
Illustrated Companion brings the fruits of this project to an English-reading audience and offers an up-to-date survey of the achievements of Japanese archaeology.
Table of ContentsIntroduction and acknowledgements ;
Map of Japan ;
Paleolithic period (c. 35,000 − 15,000 BC) ;
Jōmon period (c. 15,000 − 300 BC) ;
Yayoi period (c. 900 BC − 250 AD) ;
Kofun period (c. 250 AD − 710 AD) ;
Asuka and Nara periods (c. 538 AD − 794 AD) ;
Accessories and ornaments ;
Archaeology in Japan: the past in the present ;
List of sites ;
Bibliography ;
Further reading ;
Figure credits ;
Plates images list
