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Ancient Japanese Pyramids

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Archeologists employ a wide range of past information in the reconstruction of history. One such piece of information that has been widely employed in studying the history of Japan is tomb artwork. This artwork commenced in the Prehistoric era, reached the peak in the Kofun era and started to diminish at the close of the Asuka era when religion started to garner roots in Japan, more so with the introduction of Buddhism. The most notable artwork effected on the tombs at this era is the molding of haniwa that were meant to decorate the tombs. This research paper will analyze the various artistic features that were engraved on the ancient Japanese tombs.

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