The Jomon Period is a prehistoric era in Japan that lasted from around 14,000 BCE to 300 BCE. It is characterized by its unique pottery, which features cord-marked designs, and is considered some of the oldest in the world. The people of this period were primarily hunter-gatherers, relying on fishing, foraging, and hunting for their sustenance. During the Jomon Period, communities began to settle in specific areas, leading to the development of early forms of agriculture. The period is also noted for its intricate tools made from stone and bone, as well as the creation of figurines known as dogu, which may have had spiritual or ritual significance.