What transportation did ancient Japan use?

Walking:

- Most common mode of transportation

- Used for short distances and travel between nearby villages or towns

Horses:

- Mainly used for transportation of goods

- Rarely used for personal travel due to high cost and limited availability

Oxen:

- Used for pulling carts carrying heavy goods

- Slower than horses but more affordable

Pal轿anquins:

- Enclosed litter carried by porters on their shoulders

- Used by wealthy individuals, especially in urban areas

Boats:

- Transportation along rivers and coastlines

- Mainly used for trade, fishing, and travel between coastal settlements

Horseback Riding:

- Horses were used for transportation by the samurai and other members of the upper classes.

- Warriors rode horses into battle, and nobles used them for travel.

Rickshaws:

- Introduced in the late 19th century

- Human-powered vehicles pulled by one or more people

- Used for transporting people over short distances in urban areas

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