Science: Archaeology: Organizations: Asia: Japan

Institute has four primary research concerns: history, architecture, archaeology, and art.

An Independent Administrative Institution tasked with the connservation and restoration of cultural properties.

Japanese governmental agency tasked with the preservation of cultural and archaeological heritage. Administers sites and museums.

Carry out research and study related to those large scaled public development excavation projects. Includes Bulliten and excavations.

The Niigata Prefectural Museum is intended as a place for visitors to learn about the anthropology, archaeology, folklore and history of Niigata prefecture. In addition, the museum is also dedicated to the archaeology of the Jomon Period in Japan, and its study in Japanese and global context.

Introduction to Jomon research in English and Japanese: recent publications, topics, museums, links, photos, and information on the International Jomon Culture Conference.