Jomon Culture and Japan's Historical Influences

The Jomon culture, also known as "Tree Culture", is the oldest and first recorded culture in Japanese history.

The Jomon people used trees extensively in building their homes and structures.

The invention of pottery was a significant turning point in the Jomon culture. It allowed for food storage and cooking, changing their way of life.

The Jomon people lived in small, self-sufficient villages that eventually joined together to form larger tribal units under the leadership of local chiefs.

By the second and third centuries, Jomon settlements started using fortifications for protection, showing a change in their social and political structure.

A complex nation with contrasting aspects: a highly industrialized country with a deeply traditional culture.

The first inhabitants of Japan, arriving in the 3rd century BC from the Korean peninsula.

Chinese influence on Japan, including government, religion, and writing styles, starting around 200 AD.

The largest of the four major islands of Japan, significantly shaping Japanese history.

A series of over 3000 islands, with 600 inhabited, making up Japan.

The oldest recorded culture in Japan, known for settlements, villages, and ceremonies.

A type of pottery from the Jomon culture, named for its design resembling flames.

The mountainous terrain of Japan historically influenced the culture and political organization, leading to regional power.