The Jomon Period

The Jomon period was an early era in Japan known for hunter-gatherer life and decorated pottery.

What Happened

The Jomon period lasted for thousands of years before farming became common in Japan. Jomon people made some of the world's oldest known pottery.

Why It Matters

They hunted, fished, gathered plants, and lived in villages. Their pottery often had cord-like patterns pressed into the clay.

Fun Facts

• The Jomon period lasted for thousands of years before farming became common in Japan.
• Jomon people made some of the world's oldest known pottery.
• They hunted, fished, gathered plants, and lived in villages.
• Their pottery often had cord-like patterns pressed into the clay.

Did You Know?

Historians and learners study Jomon by comparing written records, objects, buildings, maps, and careful questions.