Resource: Indigenous Peoples of Asia – Ainu

Description

Part of a series on the Indigenous Peoples of Asia, this resource examines the Ainu People of Japan. The traditional way of life, beliefs and language of the Ainu are discussed, as well as their contact with other groups, including some explorers. In addition, impacts both on their way of life, and the environment on which they depended, are briefly examined. Their current situation is also given.