> japanese excavation methods, or maybe websites where i might find some
> info?
Hi-
You might try the Kusado Sengen web site, at
http://www.mars.dti.ne.jp/~suzuki-y/index_e.html
It contains information relating to a medieval town in Japan currently
undergoing excavation, as well as a list of links that you might find
useful.
Cheers,
Alex