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Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
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Iron Age
Classical Period
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Early Modern Period
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Contemporary Period
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 Uenohara Site, located on the Uenohara Plateau in Kirishima, Kagoshima, Japan, represents one of the oldest permanent settlements in Japan, dating back to the early Jōmon period around 9500 BCE. This archaeological site is notable for its 52 pit dwellings, 65 stone collection remains, and 16 storage pits, arranged in an organized manner indicative of a stable society. The site is characterized by its volcanic ash and pumice layers from Mount Sakurajima, which helped in dating the ruins. Additionally, evidence of food preparation and ritual activities, including large pot-shaped Jōmon earthenware and polished stone axes, was found. The site's significance is further emphasized by its designation as a National Historic Site in 1999, and its pottery was recognized as a National Important Cultural Property in 1998.
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