The Dawn of History to the Late Eighteenth Century: Japan Documentary History

The history of Japan is a long and fascinating one, spanning thousands of years and marked by periods of great change and upheaval. The following documentary history provides a comprehensive overview of Japan's history from the dawn of civilization to the late eighteenth century.

Japan: A Documentary History: v. 1: The Dawn of History to the Late Eighteenth Century (Japan - A Documentary History)

by Paul Krugman

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The Jōmon Period (14,000-300 BCE)

The Jōmon period is the earliest known period of Japanese history. It is characterized by the development of a unique pottery culture, which is thought to have been influenced by the cultures of China and Korea. The Jōmon people were hunter-gatherers who lived in small villages. They also developed a complex system of religious beliefs and practices, which included the worship of nature spirits.

The Yayoi Period (300 BCE-250 CE)

The Yayoi period is the next major period of Japanese history. It is characterized by the of rice cultivation and the development of a more complex social structure. The Yayoi people were also skilled metalworkers, and they produced a variety of bronze and iron objects.

The Kofun Period (250-538 CE)

The Kofun period is the next major period of Japanese history. It is characterized by the construction of large burial mounds, known as kofun. These mounds were built for the ruling elite, and they often contained elaborate grave goods. The Kofun period also saw the of Buddhism to Japan.

The Asuka Period (538-710 CE)

The Asuka period is the next major period of Japanese history. It is characterized by the establishment of a centralized government and the adoption of Chinese culture. The Asuka period also saw the construction of some of Japan's most famous temples, including the Hōryū-ji and the Todai-ji.

The Nara Period (710-794 CE)

The Nara period is the next major period of Japanese history. It is characterized by the establishment of a permanent capital in Nara and the flowering of Buddhist culture. The Nara period also saw the compilation of some of Japan's most important historical texts, including the Kojiki and the Nihon Shoki.

The Heian Period (794-1185 CE)

The Heian period is the next major period of Japanese history. It is characterized by the development of a sophisticated court culture and the emergence of a new class of warriors, known as the samurai. The Heian period also saw the rise of some of Japan's most famous poets and writers, including Murasaki Shikibu and Sei Shōnagon.

The Kamakura Period (1185-1333 CE)

The Kamakura period is the next major period of Japanese history. It is characterized by the establishment of a military government, known as the bakufu. The Kamakura period also saw the rise of Zen Buddhism and the development of a new art style, known as yamato-e.

The Muromachi Period (1333-1573 CE)

The Muromachi period is the next major period of Japanese history. It is characterized by the rise of a new military government, known as the Ashikaga shogunate. The Muromachi period also saw the development of a new form of theatrical art, known as nō, and the rise of a new social class, known as the machi-shū.

The Azuchi-Momoyama Period (1573-1603 CE)

The Azuchi-Momoyama period is the next major period of Japanese history. It is characterized by the rise of a new military leader, known as Toyotomi Hideyoshi. Hideyoshi unified Japan and launched a series of invasions of Korea. The Azuchi-Momoyama period also saw the development of a new art style, known as momoyama.

The Edo Period (1603-1868 CE)

The Edo period is the next major period of Japanese history. It is characterized by the establishment of a new military government, known as the Tokugawa shogunate. The Tokugawa shogunate ruled Japan for over 250 years and ushered in a period of peace and prosperity. The Edo period also saw the development of a new social structure, known as the ie system, and the rise of a new class of merchants, known as the chōnin.

The Meiji Period (1868-1912 CE)

The Meiji period is the next major period of Japanese history. It is characterized by the Meiji Restoration, which was a series of reforms that transformed Japan into a modern nation-state. The Meiji Restoration also saw the abolition of the Tokugawa shogunate and the establishment of a new constitution. The Meiji period also saw the rise of Japan as a global power and the development of a new national identity.

The Taishō Period (1912-1926 CE)

The Taishō period is the next major period of Japanese history. It is characterized by the Taishō Democracy, which was a period of political and social liberalization. The Taishō period also saw the rise of a new generation of intellectuals and artists. The Taishō period also saw the beginning of Japan's involvement in World War I.

The Shōwa Period (1926-1989 CE)

Japan: A Documentary History: v. 1: The Dawn of History to the Late Eighteenth Century (Japan - A Documentary History)

by Paul Krugman

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Language	:	English
File size	:	1727 KB
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