Ryukyu Shell Midden Culture 9000 Years of Shell People Exchanges Japan

by Shinji Yamasaki

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Ryukyu Shell Midden Culture 9000 Years of Shell People Exchanges Japan Key Features ✔ Discover the fascinating history of the Ryukyu Shell Midden Culture with this comprehensive book, titled "Ryukyu Shell Midden Culture: 9000 Years of Shell People Exchanges Japan." This scholarly work explores the unique prehistoric culture that thrived in the Amami and Okinawa regions starting approximately 10,000 years ago. The Shell Midden Culture was characterized by the active utilization of the abundant coral reefs surrounding the islands, supporting a hunter-gatherer society for nearly nine millennia. The shell people, skilled in bone and shell processing, left behind numerous shell products, revealing their daily lives and cultural practices. Unlike the Jomon and Yayoi cultures, this book traces the distinct footprints of Ryukyu's indigenous culture, emphasizing their lifestyle and extensive maritime exchanges. ✔ The book is organized into detailed chapters covering the outline of the Shell Midden Culture, its environmental context, development, and interactions across the sea, including trade routes and cultural exchanges with mainland Japan. It also discusses the decline of this culture during the medieval period and its legacy. Authored by Shinji Yamasaki, a renowned archaeologist and chief curator at the Okinawa Prefectural Museum & Art Museum, the book provides a thorough analysis backed by archaeological research and historical insights. ✔ Key features include the exploration of

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