Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
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
Location
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The Yoshizaki-Suba Site, located in Ishikawa, Japan, is a significant archaeological site from the Yayoi period, showcasing the remnants of a substantial settlement. It is the largest known Yayoi settlement in the Hokuriku region, spanning 580 by 350 meters. The site features foundations of raised-floor buildings, granaries, and various tombs, indicating a complex village structure. Pottery from this site reveals interactions with other regions, highlighting extensive trade and cultural exchanges during the Yayoi period. Artifacts such as wooden agricultural tools, boat parts, and bronze mirrors suggest advancements in agriculture, transportation, and metallurgy. The site's continuity into the Heian period underscores its long-term significance. Today, it serves as an archaeological park with restored structures, offering insights into Japan's ancient cultural landscape.
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Storage Structures
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Burial and Funerary Structures
Industrial and Craft Structures
Domestic and Habitation Structures
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