Culture of Japan

The idea of the ninja, a masked figure dressed in black, an assassin cloaked by night, as stealthy as a tiger, has existed throughout history. This idea has fascinated and captivated us to the point where ninjas exist in modern pop culture. Movies depict easily recognizable martial arts heroes such as Bruce Lee. However, not everything we think we know about these shadow warriors is true. Most people today have no idea where or why the ninjas originated and many confuse misconceptions with fact.…

language teacher. I am fascinated with Japan, its culture and most importantly its people and teaching English in Japan would be an honor and a privilege. The experiences that I would attain from the JET program will be enriching, rewarding and support my in-depth ongoing understanding of Japan and its culture. My future career prospects could only benefit from the JET program and further expand my life experiences and personal growth. I have already been to Japan twice, once for an intensive…

The California roll is not apart of the Japanese culture. The American food was greatly impacted by Japanese food. They took Japanese food and put their little twist on it. I will be writing about how Japan influenced American food, about their diets, and their McDonald's menu. Japanese food influenced American food greatly. For example, america took sushi and put their twist on it. America made Japanese restaurants cute and chic. Japanese food mostly stayed in california or Hawaii though. In…

Japan, one of the most well-known countries in the world for its historical significance and rich culture is filled with recognizable aspects such as rituals, shrines, sumo, and good luck charms that are originated in Shinto. In the 6th century, the word Shinto was created by indigenous Japanese people to distinguish their faith from Buddhism. Throughout the centuries, Buddhism and Shinto have coexisted peacefully. Shinto is considered more of a way of life rather than a specific set of beliefs…

“Buddha in the Land of the Kami” is a historical fiction film that covers a lot of the culture and religion of the Japanese and the ideas that got passed onto them from their surrounding cultures. The first thing the film discusses is their beliefs in the Kami. The movie states that the Japanese call their home “Land of the Rising Sun” because of brother and sister Kami; the Kami of fire and the hot headed male Kami. There was a war between them and the Kami of fire locked herself inside her…

Japan follow an acient believe called Shinto, sacred way or way of the god. Japan started in the Jomon Period. Many pottery were found during this time. Just like other culture it pottery was a common job for the females. Japan was known for having harmony with nature. For instant Haniwa Figure (300-710 CE), a warrior figure made of clay. They clay is use for the respect of nature materials. Buddhist art of Chinese and Korea arrived to Japan. No a surprise to find Buddha figure in japan. Japan…

friends. Due to its magnificent history and significance in Japanese culture, Hanami is worth to be preserved; however, developing its advantages and abandoning its flaws are also needed for the preservation. Influenced by the Chinese Tang Dynasty’s custom,…

What does one think when they hear the two nations “China” and “Japan?” Most will conclude that they are both Asian countries and believe they are alike. However, this assumption is incorrect. Chinese and Japanese’s generations were built on two separate cultural backgrounds. Between the two territories, they are both designed with two different styles of government. Not only the culture and government are diverse, but there is a contrast between China and Japan’s daily expectations such as…

between two powerful clans (Hosokawa and Yamana), Japan had hence been divided into warring states. This period in history had marked the shoguns' decline in power, both militarily and politically, as well as the rise in "influential feudal lords" called Daimyos, who took advantage of the political disturbance and eventually replaced the shoguns in terms of leadership. Local Daimyos and Warlord desperately vied for the control over different regions of Japan for the next century and a half…

and its climate, and how did nature inspire the Shinto religion in Japan? Also, how was Japanese culture influenced by its closeness to China and Korea? Give examples of how Japan adapted their influences. What challenges has Japan faced? However, one important question would be, how was Japan influenced by China? This essay will be explaining how Japan was influenced by China and Korea. Also, examples will be given on how Japan was adapted to Chinese influences. How else has Japan’s…