The document summarizes Japanese history before 1333 by outlining major periods and providing examples of key artworks from each era. It discusses the Jomon and Yayoi periods marked by early pottery like Middle Jomon pottery. The Kofun period saw large keyhole-shaped tombs like the Tomb of Nintoku. Buddhism was introduced in the Asuka and Nara periods, bringing statues like the Shaka triad. The Heian period was marked by scroll paintings like the Tale of Genji. The Kamakura period featured realistic sculptures and narrative paintings depicting Buddhist themes.