秦漢時代における中国西南地域の民族(<特集>雲南およびその周辺)

Abstract

This article deals with the major tribes of south-western China during the Chin and Han period (316 B. C.-220 A. D.) and their classification into several groups as well as a description of their distribution and cultural characteristics. The expansion of the Chin and Han dynasties into the south-western part of China had significant effects on the movement of minority groups. The invasion of Han immigrants and the southern movement of the northwestern "Di" descent tribe had implications on the movement of the "I" and "Pu" descent tribes. From the cultural standpoint, the settlement of the Han and the ruling system of the Han and Chin dynasties had lasting effects on the local culture and, indeed, a major cause of its decline was due to the mighty Hua Hsia civilization.