Periods of Ancient Japanese History

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Simeon Netchev
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published on 19 August 2022
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An image illustrating the progression of periods in ancient Japanese civilization from its pre-historic settling by paleolithic migrants from northeast Asia. Through profound domestic evolution and constant international exchange during the main eras of its colorful development (Jōmon, Yayoi, Kofun, Asuka, Nara, and Heian), Japan has seen the rise and fall of emperors, the bloom of the Shinto religion, and multiple interpretations of Buddhism, rule by samurai warriors, some of the oldest pottery vessels and the world’s first novel.

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Simeon Netchev
Simeon is a freelance visual designer and history teacher passionate about the human stories behind past events. He believes every image should tell a story and spark interaction, while each map leads on a journey, blending imagination with education.

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Netchev, S. (2022, August 19). Periods of Ancient Japanese History. World History Encyclopedia. Retrieved from https://www.worldhistory.org/image/16269/periods-of-ancient-japanese-history/

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Netchev, Simeon. "Periods of Ancient Japanese History." World History Encyclopedia. Last modified August 19, 2022. https://www.worldhistory.org/image/16269/periods-of-ancient-japanese-history/.

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Netchev, Simeon. "Periods of Ancient Japanese History." World History Encyclopedia. World History Encyclopedia, 19 Aug 2022. Web. 09 Feb 2025.

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