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Ancient Yayoi-Period Pit Homes Discovered At A Condo Development Site In Tokyo

So far, 28 ancient dwellings have been uncovered, but because of the planned construction project, it's unlikely the ruins will be preserved.

By Austin Harvey • Dec 15, 2023

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Ancient Yayoi-Period Pit Homes Discovered At A Condo Development Site In Tokyo

So far, 28 ancient dwellings have been uncovered, but because of the planned construction project, it's unlikely the ruins will be preserved.

By Austin Harvey • December 15, 2023

Shunga: The History Of Japanese Erotic Art In 33 Vivid Images

During Japan's Edo period, shunga became popular with everyone from rural peasants to the wealthy ruling class — even after it was outlawed in 1722.

By Austin Harvey • Nov 27, 2023

Shunga: The History Of Japanese Erotic Art In 33 Vivid Images

During Japan's Edo period, shunga became popular with everyone from rural peasants to the wealthy ruling class — even after it was outlawed in 1722.

By Austin Harvey • November 27, 2023

Researchers Working To Unlock The Mystery Of A ‘Fiji Mermaid’ Found In Japan More Than 100 Years Ago

The creature appears to be a hodgepodge of at least three species, and was likely displayed in 19th-century sideshows.

By Kaleena Fraga • Oct 27, 2023

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Researchers Working To Unlock The Mystery Of A ‘Fiji Mermaid’ Found In Japan More Than 100 Years Ago

The creature appears to be a hodgepodge of at least three species, and was likely displayed in 19th-century sideshows.

By Kaleena Fraga • October 27, 2023

Researchers Just Released Never-Before-Seen Photos From The Wreckage Of The Battle Of Midway

"On this occasion, we meet on those same Pacific waters in which Japan and the U.S. once met in battle, but this time as allies and fellow researchers.”

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • Sep 26, 2023

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Researchers Just Released Never-Before-Seen Photos From The Wreckage Of The Battle Of Midway

"On this occasion, we meet on those same Pacific waters in which Japan and the U.S. once met in battle, but this time as allies and fellow researchers.”

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • September 26, 2023

This Week In History News, Sept. 17 – 23

Sunken temple discovered near Egypt, ancient tomb uncovered in Japan, 2,500-year-old canoe found in Switzerland.

By All That's Interesting • Sep 22, 2023

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This Week In History News, Sept. 17 – 23

Sunken temple discovered near Egypt, ancient tomb uncovered in Japan, 2,500-year-old canoe found in Switzerland.

By All That's Interesting • September 22, 2023

An Ancient Japanese Tomb Was Just Discovered Under A Parking Lot Shrub

Local experts had long suspected that the shrub concealed a tomb, and their hunch proved correct when archaeologists uncovered a kofun burial mound from the sixth century.

By Kaleena Fraga • Sep 18, 2023

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An Ancient Japanese Tomb Was Just Discovered Under A Parking Lot Shrub

Local experts had long suspected that the shrub concealed a tomb, and their hunch proved correct when archaeologists uncovered a kofun burial mound from the sixth century.

By Kaleena Fraga • September 18, 2023

The Japanese Cult Aum Shinrikyo Believed They Alone Would Survive The Apocalypse — So They Decided To Start It On Their Own

Aum Shinrikyo was founded in 1980s Japan as a yoga and meditation group, but before long, leader Shoko Asahara pushed the group toward chemical weapons manufacturing and terrorist attacks.

By William DeLong • Sep 6, 2023

The Japanese Cult Aum Shinrikyo Believed They Alone Would Survive The Apocalypse — So They Decided To Start It On Their Own

Aum Shinrikyo was founded in 1980s Japan as a yoga and meditation group, but before long, leader Shoko Asahara pushed the group toward chemical weapons manufacturing and terrorist attacks.

By William DeLong • September 6, 2023

The Story Behind The Utter Devastation Of The Great Kantō Earthquake Of 1923

On September 1, 1923, Japan was struck by the Great Kantō Earthquake, which triggered a series of disasters including firestorms, tsunamis, and landslides that left more than 100,000 dead and 40,000 missing.

By Austin Harvey • Sep 1, 2023

The Story Behind The Utter Devastation Of The Great Kantō Earthquake Of 1923

On September 1, 1923, Japan was struck by the Great Kantō Earthquake, which triggered a series of disasters including firestorms, tsunamis, and landslides that left more than 100,000 dead and 40,000 missing.

By Austin Harvey • September 1, 2023

The Legend Of The Shinigami, The Terrifying Grim Reapers Of Japanese Lore

Represented in both traditional Japanese plays and contemporary television shows, the shinigami are multi-faceted and often terrifying gods of death that lure humans to their demise.

By Amber Morgan • Aug 18, 2023

The Legend Of The Shinigami, The Terrifying Grim Reapers Of Japanese Lore

Represented in both traditional Japanese plays and contemporary television shows, the shinigami are multi-faceted and often terrifying gods of death that lure humans to their demise.

By Amber Morgan • August 18, 2023

Scientists Just Determined That The Hirota People Of Japan Intentionally Deformed Their Skulls Centuries Ago

For decades, archaeologists have wondered why the skeletons unearthed on the Japanese island of Tanegashima had flattened heads — and now a new study is finally providing answers.

By Cara Johnson • Aug 17, 2023

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Scientists Just Determined That The Hirota People Of Japan Intentionally Deformed Their Skulls Centuries Ago

For decades, archaeologists have wondered why the skeletons unearthed on the Japanese island of Tanegashima had flattened heads — and now a new study is finally providing answers.

By Cara Johnson • August 17, 2023