Ancient Japan

Ancient Japan covers the years before the Asuka period, when regional chieftains across the Japanese archipelago began to come into conflict with the growing power of the Yamato court.

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  The Rebellion of Iwai: A Clash Between Kyushu’s Powerful Clan and the Yamato Court

  Explore the Rebellion of Iwai, where the powerful Kyushu clan leader Iwai clashed with the Yamato court in the early 6th century, a pivotal moment in Japanes...

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  The Legacy of Tsukushi no Kimi Iwai: Builder of Northern Kyushu’s Largest Kofun

  Explore the life of Tsukushi no Kimi Iwai, who built Northern Kyushus largest kofun and challenged the Yamato authority in the 6th century.

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  Mononobe no Arakai: The Great Chieftain Who Defeated Tsukushi no Iwai

  Explore the life of Mononobe no Arakai, the influential chieftain who supported Emperor Keitai and led the campaign against Tsukushi no Iwai in the 6th century.

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