2002 年 3 巻 p. 57-78
The study of Andean prehistory by Japanese anthropologists began in 1958 when the first scientific expedition was carried out. The principal objective of this project was research on the origins of Andean civilization. The project has continued for over 45 years, and many Japanese specialists have participated in it. They have not only excavated more than ten archaeological sites in Peru, but have also made many contributions to the advancement of Andean prehistory, both in data and theory. This article summarizes the history of this research in relation to theoretical trends in the discipline, and ends with some comments about the relationship between the researchers and the local people.
