Archaeologist Yousuke Kaifu and his team demonstrated the ancient journey from Taiwan to Yonaguni Island, traversing the powerful Kuroshio current using only prehistoric techniques. This endeavor aims to unravel how Stone Age seafarers reached Japan's southern islands, with evidence of human presence dating back 30,000 years in the Ryukyu Islands. Despite initial failures using reed and bamboo rafts, the researchers persistently experimented to reveal the advanced maritime skills of early human populations, illustrating a significant aspect of human adaptability and exploration.
Paddlers demonstrated ancient navigational skills by successfully recreating a perilous journey from Taiwan to the Ryukyu Islands without modern tools, revealing the capabilities of Palaeolithic seafarers.
This study highlights the remarkable navigational techniques of our ancestors, suggesting they undertook epic journeys across formidable currents, showcasing their resourcefulness and adaptability.
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