History of Taiwan’s Forests
Taiwan’s forests have long been intertwined with people’s lives, cultures, and economy, serving as a mirror of each era. Tracing the history of Taiwan’s forests reveals the path of those who lived with the forests through turbulent times. Prehistoric Era – Late Qing Dynasty Sustainable Forest Stewardship by Indigenous Peoples Since prehistoric times, Taiwan’s Indigenous peoples*1 have protected the island’s …
History of Japanese Forestry
Japan is a forest nation with 70% of its land covered by forests. Forests have been indispensable for daily life, culture, and urban development. Ancient Times (the late 6th century) to the Early Modern Period (the 19th century) From the Asuka period (from the late 6th century) to the Edo period (until the 19th century), huge amounts of timber were …
