noun
historical period; historical times
Refers to a period in history for which written records exist, often contrasted with 先史時代 (prehistoric times). Used in academic and general contexts.
See also: 先史時代
歴史時代に入ると、文字による記録が残されるようになった。
When the historical period began, written records started to be kept.
この地域の歴史時代は、紀元前3世紀ごろから始まる。
The historical period of this region begins around the 3rd century BCE.