Current Issues of Archaeological Decolonization in Hokkaido

Summary

This is an abstract from the "Archaeology and Indigenous Issues in Hokkaido Island, Japan" session, at the 88th annual meeting of the Society for American Archaeology.

Archaeologists have the authority to recognize and name archaeological sites. The Ainu, at this moment, are not guaranteed the opportunity to participate in this nomination process. Many archaeologists in Hokkaido are non-Ainu experts and are aware that they are researching the history and culture of others. However, it is not fully understood that the participation of Indigenous peoples in surveys and research is part of Indigenous rights. This paper reports on the unresolved archaeological issues surrounding the Ainu—legally recognized in 2019 as Indigenous peoples of Japan—and their historical and cultural heritage.

This Resource is Part of the Following Collections

• Archaeology and Indigenous Issues in Hokkaido Island, Japan   •
• Society for American Archaeology 88th Annual Meeting, Portland, OR (2023)

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Abstract Id(s): 37014.0