Japan has a rich and interesting historical background. The Japanese civilization that has the evidence of being in existence in the early age of the Palaeolithic era, had come across umpteen number of other ages that have molded and characterized the history of Japan in a very interesting way. In the history of Japan one can see the influences of not only different ages but also several monarchies that had ruled the people of Japan.
History of Japan can be subdivided into certain parts for an easy and better comprehension of the civilization, its people, cultures and trends. They show that Japan has a rich history and cultural heritage that any country can be proud of. The history of Japan can be studied under,
- Pre-history of Japan
- Japan in Ancient and Classical age
- Feudal Era in Japan
- Meiji Era and its Restoration
- World War I
- World War II
- Japan during and after military control on it.
Pre-history of Japan : In the prehistorical age of Japan there can be two main era found. One is the Jomon era and the other is Yayoi era. The term Jomon means pattern of plaited cord and some of the earliest evidence of pottery are found belonging to this era . The other period, Yayoi was a little improved and people knew weaving, better way of farming, use of iron and bronze.
Japan in Ancient and Classical Age : In this whole period Japan can be subdivided under four other periods. These are, Kofun period, Asuka period, Nara period and the Heian period. Under all these eras Japan went through a number of developments and traits.
Feudal Era in Japan : Japan in the feudal period also went through some other subdivisions of ages . These are, Kamakura, Muromachi, Azuchi-Momoyama and the Edo age. In feudal Japan the strong military rule that got a firm foundation during the Ancient and Classical historical period, continued with the aid of powerful regional rulers.
The other periods in the history of Japan have several subdivisions and monarchies within them, providing Japan with a varied and colorful pattern of historical heritages .
