are ancient records of the culture and geography of provinces of Japan. They contain agricultural, geographical, historical, and mythological records as well as folklore. Compilation of Fudoki began in 713 and were completed over a 20-year period. Following the Taika Reform of 646, there was need to centralize and solidify the power of the imperial court. This included accounting for lands under its control. According to Shoku Nihongi, Empress Gemmei issued a decree in 713 requiring the followi… (More on Fudoki)