Unveiling Japan's ancient practice of cranial modification: The case of the Hirota people in Tanegashima

ScienceDaily
Aug 16, 2023, 8:00 pm176 pts
Cranial modification is a form of body alteration where the head is pressed or bound to permanently deform the skull. The practice has been reported across various cultures throughout history. Researchers report that the Hirota people -- who lived on the southern Japanese island of Tanegashima between the 3rd…

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