Baekje was a state that originated from Baekje country which had been established on the Han River basin by Buyeo settlers gradually integrated Mahan regions. After that, as the state moved its capital to Wongjin (Gongju at present), and Sabi (Buyeo at present). It
flourished a unique culture. Hanseon period (18 BC – 475 AD) is marked by establishing the foundation of Baekje culture, which is open and international. The characteristics are re-confirmed with dwelling sites such as Seochon-dong Tomb, Monchon Toseong (castle) and
Pungnap Toseong (castle), etc. The Wongjin Period (475-538) is the time when the state actively embraced the advanced Chinese civilization and developed into a cultural power. It can be conjectured by the Tomb of King Muryeong and the excavated artifacts that
indicate the relationship with Southern Dynasty of China. Sabi Period (538-660) reached the summit of Baekje culture when original plastic arts and sophisticated handicraft technology were fully developed. This is the time when the Baekje Incense Burner, the very epitome of
spiritual world and artistic abilities of Baekje people was made. On the other hand, Baekje culture was transmitted to ancient Japan from the early years and exerted an influence on the formation of Ancient Asuka Period in Japan.
