Considerations-on-Various-Hypotheses-Related-to-the-Nihon-Shoki
2025-05-18 | preprint
DOI: 10.5281/ZENODO.17221407
zenode : https://zenodo.org/records/17221407
author : Hironobu Shiina (著者名 : 椎名 裕信)
ORCID : 0009-0005-6158-3320
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This preprint reexamines the structural characteristics of numerical records in the Nihon Shoki, focusing on resolving apparent chronological and genealogical contradictions. By assuming the application of a “double-year” calendar system and possible editorial misinterpretations during the compilation process, the paper proposes new hypotheses regarding several figures, including Emperor Jinmu, Takeuchi no Sukune, Yamato Takeru, and Emperor Keitai. It also discusses the implications for alignment with Chinese dynastic histories and explores the rationale behind the assignment of posthumous titles.
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This model presents an original chronological interpretation based on the application of a biennial calendar system prior to A.D. 469, as well as a structural reinterpretation of overlapping imperial years between 391 and 411 A.D.