Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
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Iron Age
Classical Period
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Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
About
The Hida ruins, located in the Hokuriku region of Japan, encapsulate the transition from the late Yayoi to the early Kofun period, approximately the 3rd century CE. This site is significant for its extensive remains, including over 200 pit dwellings and a U-shaped moat that showcases defensive strategies employed during a time of societal unrest, known as the Civil War of Wa. The site's strategic placement on a hillside ridge, coupled with the presence of moats and ramparts, highlights the shift in settlement patterns due to warfare. Artifacts such as jadeite beads and copper products indicate a vibrant trade network. The archaeological integrity of the site has been preserved due to its historical designation, offering insights into ancient Japanese culture and society.
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