Teacher Profiles
TATEUCHI, Kai Associate Professor (Introduction to Archaeology I)
Research topic
My research aims to depict the interactions between people and local communities in ancient and medieval Japan and its surrounding regions. I also explore the transition from ancient to medieval Japan through archaeological sites and pottery from the Tohoku region.
Research Topics
Diverse local communities within the archipelago
In ancient times, a world distinct from the Ritsuryo state (yet with strong mutual connections) existed in Tohoku, Hokkaido, and the Southwest Islands. We are examining these inter-regional exchanges using archaeological materials such as pottery and roof tiles. Recently, we have been analyzing materials showing influence from other regions, such as roof tiles very similar to those of Silla (a kingdom that existed in the region including present-day Korea) and Sue ware (a type of glazed pottery) that imitated those produced in the Tokai region. Our aim is to uncover the historical events and actions of the people behind these materials.
He has also been involved in the investigation of prehistoric decorated tombs in Spain and Portugal, and continues to work internationally. At times, he uses physicochemical analysis such as 3D measurement and X-ray CT to get closer to understanding people from the past.
(Tagajo City, Miyagi Prefecture)
Recent works
- "The Reality of the 'Bokashi Region' and 'Japan' in Ancient and Medieval Times: Focusing on the Tohoku Region," *Archaeological Studies*, 72-3 (2025)
- "Diversification of Medieval Haji Pottery Dish Research Based on 3D Data," *New Perspectives on Kyoto-Style Haji Pottery Dish Research: New Possibilities for Pottery Research* (2025)
- "Production of Sue ware in the early Heian period," *Proceedings of the 51st Meeting of the Study Group on Ancient Castles, Fortifications, and Government Office Sites* (2025)