South American history The Search of the Ancient Andes : The Front Line for Japanese Researchers

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THE HISTORY OF SOUTH AMERICA
On top of a mountain 2300m above sea level in the northern mountains of Peru, there is the remains of a large stone shrine 3000 years ago. Its name is Kuntur Wasi. In the language of the Inca Empire, which ruled over the Andes, it means "House of Condor." From 1988 to 2003, there was a large-scale excavation and restoration work carried out there. Young Japanese researchers led by the editor, Yoshio Onuki (now Emeritus Professor of the University of Tokyo) played a central role. More than 10 years after the completion of the survey, young researchers based on their experience and knowledge at Kuntur Wasi have deepened their original research, repeated excavations in various parts of Peru, and opened the forefront of ancient Andean civilization research through new discoveries. It can be said that their achievements have now reached the highest status in the world. Eight researchers, including the editor, talk about the results of their research and their contributions to Andean archaeology and human history. The audience is Hiroshi Kiyooka, a reporter of the Yomiuri Shimbun's Culture Department.