Tag #Ryukyu Islands

How do the genetic exchanges identified in the study relate to known cultural interactions in the region?

The study highlights two major waves of genetic influence from northern inland populations into Shandong's coastal groups during the Dawenkou culture (6,000-4,600 years ago) and early dynastic periods (3,500-1,500 years ago). Interestingly, these genetic exchanges didn't always align with known cultural interactions, suggesting complex demographic dynamics beyond cultural connections. Genetic links were also identified between Shandong populations and the ancient inhabitants of Miyako Island in Japan.