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Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
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The Komakino Site, located in Aomori, Japan, is a significant archaeological site from the Jōmon period, dating to approximately 2000–1500 BCE. This site features large concentric stone circles, characterized by a unique method of stone arrangement known as the 'Komakino style.' The stone circles, along with over 100 earth pit tombs containing pottery coffins and religious artifacts, suggest the site's importance in ritualistic and ceremonial activities. Additional findings include pit dwellings and middens, indicating a well-established settlement. The complexity and labor-intensive construction of the site on a sloped plateau demonstrate the organizational skills of its builders. The Komakino Site's cultural connections with the Jōmon culture of Hokkaido and its submission for UNESCO World Heritage status underline its archaeological and historical significance.
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