It is said that the Japanese people originally came from China, if so, who were the original inhabitants?

Tabby Tom

The Ainu are the aboriginal people of Japan (and also of the Kuril islands and Sakhalin). Source: Hutchinson's Encyclopaedia and various websites. Apr 03 03, 7:11 PM

Gnomon

The original inhabitants of Japan, the Ainu, still live in the north of the country. Apr 04 03, 7:31 AM

Pussy Timer

The Ainu, a people of uncertain origin with a language and culture quite distinct from that of the Japanese, were the original inhabitants of Hokkaido. About 17,000 Ainu remain today, and their heritage has profoundly influenced the development of the island. http://www.myiay.com/japanese/english/location/ainu/ Apr 04 03, 7:57 AM

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