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Group of Ainu, Hokkaido Japan circa 1880s. Date: circa 1880s
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Group of Ainu, Hokkaido Japan circa 1880s. Date: circa 1880s
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This photograph captures a group of Ainu people, an indigenous ethnicity of Japan, residing in Hokkaido during the late 1800s. The Ainu people, also known as Ezo people, have a rich cultural heritage distinct from the dominant Japanese population. They have traditionally lived in Hokkaido and the northern parts of the main island of Honshu. The image shows a group of Ainu men, women, and children, dressed in their traditional attire. The men are wearing fur coats, often made from the thick fur of the Hokkaido brown bear, and headdresses made from bird feathers. The women are adorned with intricate tattoos, a significant part of their cultural identity, and wear long, flowing skirts made from hemp fabric. The children are dressed in simpler clothing, reflecting their age. The photograph provides a rare glimpse into the daily life of the Ainu people during a time when their culture was undergoing significant change due to increasing Japanese influence. The Japanese government had started implementing policies to assimilate the Ainu people into Japanese society, which included the suppression of their traditional practices and language. This photograph serves as an important reminder of the Ainu people's unique heritage and the need to preserve and celebrate their cultural identity. The exact location and circumstances surrounding the taking of this photograph are unknown, but it provides a valuable insight into the lives of the Ainu people during the late 1800s in Hokkaido, Japan.
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