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Ainu Couple - Japan
The Ainu (also called Aynu, Aino and in historical texts Ezo) - indigenous people or groups in Japan (Hokkaido) and Russia (Sakhalin and the Kuril Islands). Ainu men often wear heavy beards. Today, it is estimated that fewer than 100 speakers of the language remain. Date: circa 1910
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This photograph captures an Ainu couple from Japan's northernmost island of Hokkaido, circa 1910. The Ainu people, also known as the Aynu, Aino, or Ezo, are the indigenous inhabitants of Hokkaido, Sakhalin, and the Kuril Islands. Historically, they have been recognized for their distinct cultural practices and physical characteristics, including the men's heavy beards. The Ainu population is estimated to have numbered around 25,000 at the turn of the 20th century, but due to assimilation policies, displacement, and other factors, their numbers have significantly dwindled. Today, it is believed that fewer than 10 aboriginal Ainu speakers remain. In this image, the Ainu man wears a traditional costume, adorned with intricate beadwork and a string of shells around his neck. His beard, a hallmark of Ainu masculinity, is thick and full. The woman, dressed in a simple yet elegant kosode kimono, holds a traditional Ainu basket, a symbol of their rich cultural heritage. Despite their dwindling numbers and the challenges they face, the Ainu people continue to preserve their unique traditions and fight for recognition and rights as an indigenous population. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of their history and the importance of preserving the cultural diversity of all peoples.
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