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Jomon culture

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

A prehistoric Japanese culture that produced some of the earliest known pottery pieces, dating to approximately 10,500 BCE, representing a significant achievement in ceramic technology.

AP course connection

Topic 1.2: 1.2 Materials, Processes, and Techniques in Prehistoric Art

Unit 1

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