Mr. Maraca is writing from Japan, where he has been writing haiku poems and never wearing shoes inside. He has seen men in traditional clothing called yukata and women with pale makeup and elaborate kimonos. Japan is an island country made up of over 6,800 islands in East Asia, with over 70% consisting of mountains and volcanoes. Some famous attractions include the Imperial Palace in Tokyo and Mount Fuji, the highest volcano in Japan. Traditional festivals include the Lake Towada Snow Festival with snow sculptures and fireworks and the Amori Nebuta Festival with colorful lantern parades. Traditional Japanese instruments include the bamboo flute shakuhachi, string instruments like the biwa and koto,
The document provides an overview of the koto and sokyoku music of the Edo period in Japan. It discusses the rise of the koto and other instruments like the shamisen during this time as new urban audiences developed. Specific genres of koto music are outlined, including kumiuta and sankyoku, as well as the major schools and styles of koto playing that were established. The document traces the history and development of the koto tradition from its origins in court music through the Edo period and into the modern era.
Traditional Japanese instruments include the koto, a 13-string instrument resembling a dragon and tuned to the pentatonic scale; the shakuhachi, a bamboo flute with 5 finger holes usually tuned to the pentatonic scale over a 3-octave range and played by Buddhist priests who used it as a club if needed; and the shamisen, a 3-string banjo plucked with ivory and used in Kabuki theater.
La música japonesa tiene sus orígenes entre el 4000 a.C. y 800 d.C. con diversas influencias como el budismo, China y Corea. Se desarrolló en periodos como Nara con reglas musicales y Heian con el renacimiento japonés. Los géneros musicales incluyen bagaki, no, ko-uta y soga-uta. Los instrumentos tradicionales son el koto, shamisen, biwa, campanas, taiko y flautas. La música japonesa ha evolucionado incluyendo estilos cortesanos, religiosos
El koto es un instrumento musical tradicional japonés de cuerdas que se toca con las uñas. Tiene una caja de resonancia rectangular de unos 2 metros con 13 cuerdas. A lo largo de la historia se ha ido evolucionando tanto en tamaño como en técnica musical, permitiendo interpretar diferentes estilos. Algunos intérpretes destacados son Kazue Sawai, Chieko Mori y Michio Miyagi, conocido por componer la pieza "El mar en primavera" y mejorar el diseño del koto.
The document provides information on several upcoming local events, including a performance of Alice in Wonderland by Joseph Lane Middle School, the Canyonville Jazz Festival, a Cinco de Mayo dinner prepared by Umpqua Community College culinary students, an art exhibition opening at the Umpqua Valley Arts Center, and a performance by koto player Mitsuki Dazai at an Asian Heritage Celebration in Roseburg. It also mentions an upcoming craft brew festival in Roseburg benefiting Habitat for Humanity and a classic car show in Oakland.
The document discusses concessive reduplication in Japanese (JCR), a construction where a predicate is repeated following the morphemes "koto wa", expressing the speaker's concession of the truth of the first predicate. JCR superficially appears to involve predication, nominalization with "koto", and topicalization with "wa", but is argued to be a non-compositional reduplicative construction with its own syntactic and semantic structure conveying propositional attitude. The document examines predication, nominalization, and topicalization in Japanese to support the analysis of JCR as a reduplicative
Ten students spent their summer learning to play the traditional Japanese stringed instrument called the koto under the instruction of Master Yamada. Over the month-long program, the students learned koto technique and melodies and performed a concert at the end to demonstrate their new skills.
The document provides an overview of the koto and sokyoku music of the Edo period in Japan. It discusses the rise of the koto and other instruments like the shamisen during this time as new urban audiences developed. Specific genres of koto music are outlined, including kumiuta and sankyoku, as well as the major schools and styles of koto playing that were established. The document traces the history and development of the koto tradition from its origins in court music through the Edo period and into the modern era.
Traditional Japanese instruments include the koto, a 13-string instrument resembling a dragon and tuned to the pentatonic scale; the shakuhachi, a bamboo flute with 5 finger holes usually tuned to the pentatonic scale over a 3-octave range and played by Buddhist priests who used it as a club if needed; and the shamisen, a 3-string banjo plucked with ivory and used in Kabuki theater.
La música japonesa tiene sus orígenes entre el 4000 a.C. y 800 d.C. con diversas influencias como el budismo, China y Corea. Se desarrolló en periodos como Nara con reglas musicales y Heian con el renacimiento japonés. Los géneros musicales incluyen bagaki, no, ko-uta y soga-uta. Los instrumentos tradicionales son el koto, shamisen, biwa, campanas, taiko y flautas. La música japonesa ha evolucionado incluyendo estilos cortesanos, religiosos
El koto es un instrumento musical tradicional japonés de cuerdas que se toca con las uñas. Tiene una caja de resonancia rectangular de unos 2 metros con 13 cuerdas. A lo largo de la historia se ha ido evolucionando tanto en tamaño como en técnica musical, permitiendo interpretar diferentes estilos. Algunos intérpretes destacados son Kazue Sawai, Chieko Mori y Michio Miyagi, conocido por componer la pieza "El mar en primavera" y mejorar el diseño del koto.
The document provides information on several upcoming local events, including a performance of Alice in Wonderland by Joseph Lane Middle School, the Canyonville Jazz Festival, a Cinco de Mayo dinner prepared by Umpqua Community College culinary students, an art exhibition opening at the Umpqua Valley Arts Center, and a performance by koto player Mitsuki Dazai at an Asian Heritage Celebration in Roseburg. It also mentions an upcoming craft brew festival in Roseburg benefiting Habitat for Humanity and a classic car show in Oakland.
The document discusses concessive reduplication in Japanese (JCR), a construction where a predicate is repeated following the morphemes "koto wa", expressing the speaker's concession of the truth of the first predicate. JCR superficially appears to involve predication, nominalization with "koto", and topicalization with "wa", but is argued to be a non-compositional reduplicative construction with its own syntactic and semantic structure conveying propositional attitude. The document examines predication, nominalization, and topicalization in Japanese to support the analysis of JCR as a reduplicative
Ten students spent their summer learning to play the traditional Japanese stringed instrument called the koto under the instruction of Master Yamada. Over the month-long program, the students learned koto technique and melodies and performed a concert at the end to demonstrate their new skills.
This is a presentation of different Japanese Arts like painting, sculpture, ukiyoe and others. It includes the Japanese music and different instrument and the different Japanese dance and also theatre performances like Noh, kabuki and puppet show
Language is Koto ba in Japanese: “the petals of rhapsodic silence”, according to the Questioning’s translation
The Questioning synthesizes the elucidation of the Japanese about what the Japanese word for ‘language’ means in this way
The dialog and thus text are conecntarted on that understanding of language hidden in the extraordinary definition of language which the Japanase language contains as a word for ‘language’
There are several traditional Japanese musical genres described in the document. Some of the most important include:
- Gagaku, the ancient imperial court music featuring instruments like the koto, biwa, and sho.
- Nohgaku, music performed during Noh theater featuring the hayashi flute, tsuzumi drum, and other instruments.
- Shamisen music, featuring the three-stringed shamisen, often used to accompany Kabuki and Bunraku performances.
- Shakuhachi music, featuring the end-blown bamboo flute of the same name.
Japanese music originated from festivals and ceremonies, using drums and flutes. Gagaku is the oldest orchestral style still performed today, dating back over 1300 years. Traditional Japanese instruments featured in Gagaku include the sho reed flute, hichiriki flute, biwa lute, koto zither, and taiko drums. Kabuki theater features elaborate costumes and dance-like movements accompanied by the shamisen guitar-like instrument. Bunraku puppet theater uses half-size puppets operated by three people with narration and shamisen music. Both Kabuki and Bunraku reflect important musical traditions in Japan.
This document discusses residual ridge resorption after tooth extraction. It covers the etiology, classification, prevention and treatment. Residual ridge resorption is caused by anatomical, metabolic, mechanical and prosthodontic factors and results in reduced alveolar bone size over time. The residual ridge can be classified based on its shape and height. Prevention focuses on maintaining oral health and correcting systemic factors. Treatment involves improving denture fit through specialized impression techniques to maximize support and retention of dentures on resorbed ridges.
This document provides an overview of traditional and modern Japanese music. It discusses several genres such as gagaku, which is classical court music performed since the Heian period. Traditional instrumental music includes kangen and bugaku, while vocal styles include kumeuta and kagurauta. Buddhist chanting is called shomyo. Joruri is narrative music featuring the shamisen instrument. There are four main styles of joruri that developed in different eras and regions. Other instruments described include the biwa lute, hyoshigi clappers, kane bells, kokyuu bowed string instrument, koto zither, and several types of bamboo flutes including shakuhachi and shinobue.
East asian music grade 8 K-12 Music Topic Second QuarterElmer Llames
Japanese music is based on two pentatonic scales called Yo-sen and In-sen modes. It is typically monophonic in nature and uses instruments like the koto, shamisen, and various flutes and drums. Japanese music has a meditative and spiritual character, with an emphasis on composure and mastery of the instrument rather than complex technique. A traditional folk song is Sakura, about cherry blossoms, while other East Asian musics like Chinese folk song Mo Li Hua and Korean folk song Arirang also make use of pentatonic scales and have lyrical melodies.
This document provides information about various tourist attractions in Maniwa, Okayama Prefecture, Japan across different seasons. It discusses scenic areas for hiking and cycling like Hiruzen Highlands and its cycling road. Specific sights mentioned include the Daigo-Zakura cherry blossom tree over 1000 years old, firefly viewing in Hokubo in summer, the Hanzaki Festival in August celebrating giant salamanders, autumn foliage throughout the forests covering 80% of Maniwa particularly for cycling and hiking, and Hokubo's famous cosmos flower fields in late autumn. Access details note Maniwa is situated in northern Okayama Prefecture with highways and public transportation connecting it to major cities like Okayama, Hiro
Kimono and yukata are traditional Japanese clothing. Kimonos are formal silk outfits worn on special occasions while yukatas are casual cotton robes provided at ryokan inns. Ryokan are traditional Japanese inns that offer guests a cultural experience including meals, public baths, and sleeping on futon mattresses.
This document provides information about traditional musical instruments from Japan, China, and Korea. It describes 14 Japanese instruments including the taiko drum, shamisen lute, and koto zither. It also details 8 Chinese instruments such as the erhu fiddle, pipa lute, and sheng mouth organ. Finally, it discusses 3 Korean instruments: the kayagum zither, geomungo zither, and haegum fiddle. The document presents this cultural information through descriptions of each instrument's composition, use, and cultural significance. It includes images of the instruments and a crossword puzzle to test the reader's knowledge.
The document provides information on various aspects of traditional Japanese culture. It discusses the country's geography and major islands. It then covers traditional Japanese performing arts like Kabuki theater, Noh theater, and Bunraku puppet theater. It also describes quieter arts like the tea ceremony, incense ceremony, flower arranging, woodblock printing, and bonsai trees. Finally, it discusses traditional Japanese cuisine such as rice, noodles, and sushi.
Japan is famous for its technology, anime, traditional martial arts, cherry blossoms, origami, fashion, art, festivals, architecture, legends, music, and cuisine. Key aspects of Japanese culture include the Shinto and Buddhist religions, elaborate festivals celebrating events like snowfall and cherry blossoms, traditional dress like kimonos, and customs like bowing and removing shoes indoors. Traditional Japanese arts incorporate influences from China and include ink wash paintings, calligraphy, woodblock prints, and sculpture using materials like lacquered wood and metals.
Japan is an archipelago of over 6,000 islands located between the Sea of Japan and the Pacific Ocean, with varied climates and over 127 million residents. The capital and largest city is Tokyo, known for its subway system, Imperial Palace, Tokyo Tower, and cherry blossoms celebrated during hanami festivals in parks. Other notable aspects of Japan include traditional foods like sushi and tempura, historic cities like Kyoto with over 1,600 temples showcasing Japanese architecture and culture, and the volcanic Mount Fuji, the country's highest point.
The document provides information about Japanese gardens and their cultural and historical influences. It discusses how Japanese gardens were originally created as religious representations of Buddhist and Shinto beliefs and incorporated influences from the tea ceremony tradition. Key features of Japanese gardens like lanterns, stepping stones, and arched bridges became intrinsic elements of garden design. The document also provides background information on cherry blossoms, their symbolic meaning in Japanese culture, and the hanami tradition of flower viewing.
Japan is an island nation located in East Asia known for its 1000 year history of Japanese gardens. Japanese gardens were originally designed for contemplation at Buddhist temples and later incorporated influences from Chinese gardens. They aimed to symbolize islands in seas covered with forests through the use of rocks, water, and carefully trimmed trees and flowers. Key elements included ponds, waterfalls, stone lanterns, and bridges built in an asymmetrical style focusing on simplicity, contrast, and the use of odd numbers of elements.
Japan, also known as Nihon or Nippon, is an island country located in East Asia. It lies east of the Sea of Japan, China, North Korea, South Korea, and Russia. Japan has a population of over 125 million people and is known for its dense cities, imperial palaces, and thousands of shrines and temples. Traditional Japanese music is rich and varied, with influences from Chinese musical forms. Genres include shinto music for worship, folk music called saibara, and the elegant court music known as gagaku. Japanese musical instruments include strings like the koto and shamisen, winds like the shakuhachi flute, and percussion such as taiko drums.
This document provides information on contemporary arts from the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) of the Philippines. It discusses the region's terrain, history, culture, dances, musical instruments, art venues, and notable artists. CAR is a mountainous landlocked region inhabited by ethnic groups like the Kalinga, Benguet, and Ifugao who practice traditions like animism, agriculture, and crafts like woodcarving, weaving and tattooing. Famous dances include the Banga pot dance and Ragragsakan dance which depicts women carrying loads. Musical instruments include the gangsa gong, diwdiw-as bamboo raft and nose flute. Notable art venues and artists showc
Japan is an island country located in East Asia. It has a population of over 125 million people and is known for its rich culture, history, and natural beauty. Some key facts about Japan include that it has over 1500 earthquakes per year, Mt. Fuji is a prominent volcanic mountain, Shintoism and Buddhism are the main religions, and the country has a very high life expectancy. Traditional arts like koto, taiko drumming, and shakuhachi flute remain an important part of Japanese culture. The document also discusses Japanese cuisine, including sushi, ramen, and bento boxes as well as daily life in modern Japan.
The document provides an overview of the culture of India and Japan by covering various topics such as language, monuments, cuisine, festivals, art, literature, music/dance, and sports of the two countries. It discusses elements of traditional and modern culture for both India and Japan and highlights some of their similarities and differences across various cultural dimensions.
Japan a land of rising sun(a project by mams)kartikyoyo
The document provides an overview comparison of the cultures of Japan and India. It covers topics such as language, monuments, cuisine, festivals, art, literature, music/dance, sports, clothing, and the relationship between the two countries. For each topic, it provides 1-2 paragraphs describing key aspects of that topic in Japanese culture and Indian culture.
Taiko drumming has been part of Japanese culture for centuries, played in religious festivals and ceremonies. It was also used in warfare to intimidate enemies. The Kodo troupe popularized taiko globally in the last 40 years through regular international tours. Based in Sado Island, Japan, Kodo performances feature traditional drums and other instruments along with dance and vocal performances lasting around two hours. The largest taiko drum, the odaiko, can weigh over 4 tons and be over 9 feet in diameter.
This is a presentation of different Japanese Arts like painting, sculpture, ukiyoe and others. It includes the Japanese music and different instrument and the different Japanese dance and also theatre performances like Noh, kabuki and puppet show
Language is Koto ba in Japanese: “the petals of rhapsodic silence”, according to the Questioning’s translation
The Questioning synthesizes the elucidation of the Japanese about what the Japanese word for ‘language’ means in this way
The dialog and thus text are conecntarted on that understanding of language hidden in the extraordinary definition of language which the Japanase language contains as a word for ‘language’
There are several traditional Japanese musical genres described in the document. Some of the most important include:
- Gagaku, the ancient imperial court music featuring instruments like the koto, biwa, and sho.
- Nohgaku, music performed during Noh theater featuring the hayashi flute, tsuzumi drum, and other instruments.
- Shamisen music, featuring the three-stringed shamisen, often used to accompany Kabuki and Bunraku performances.
- Shakuhachi music, featuring the end-blown bamboo flute of the same name.
Japanese music originated from festivals and ceremonies, using drums and flutes. Gagaku is the oldest orchestral style still performed today, dating back over 1300 years. Traditional Japanese instruments featured in Gagaku include the sho reed flute, hichiriki flute, biwa lute, koto zither, and taiko drums. Kabuki theater features elaborate costumes and dance-like movements accompanied by the shamisen guitar-like instrument. Bunraku puppet theater uses half-size puppets operated by three people with narration and shamisen music. Both Kabuki and Bunraku reflect important musical traditions in Japan.
This document discusses residual ridge resorption after tooth extraction. It covers the etiology, classification, prevention and treatment. Residual ridge resorption is caused by anatomical, metabolic, mechanical and prosthodontic factors and results in reduced alveolar bone size over time. The residual ridge can be classified based on its shape and height. Prevention focuses on maintaining oral health and correcting systemic factors. Treatment involves improving denture fit through specialized impression techniques to maximize support and retention of dentures on resorbed ridges.
This document provides an overview of traditional and modern Japanese music. It discusses several genres such as gagaku, which is classical court music performed since the Heian period. Traditional instrumental music includes kangen and bugaku, while vocal styles include kumeuta and kagurauta. Buddhist chanting is called shomyo. Joruri is narrative music featuring the shamisen instrument. There are four main styles of joruri that developed in different eras and regions. Other instruments described include the biwa lute, hyoshigi clappers, kane bells, kokyuu bowed string instrument, koto zither, and several types of bamboo flutes including shakuhachi and shinobue.
East asian music grade 8 K-12 Music Topic Second QuarterElmer Llames
Japanese music is based on two pentatonic scales called Yo-sen and In-sen modes. It is typically monophonic in nature and uses instruments like the koto, shamisen, and various flutes and drums. Japanese music has a meditative and spiritual character, with an emphasis on composure and mastery of the instrument rather than complex technique. A traditional folk song is Sakura, about cherry blossoms, while other East Asian musics like Chinese folk song Mo Li Hua and Korean folk song Arirang also make use of pentatonic scales and have lyrical melodies.
This document provides information about various tourist attractions in Maniwa, Okayama Prefecture, Japan across different seasons. It discusses scenic areas for hiking and cycling like Hiruzen Highlands and its cycling road. Specific sights mentioned include the Daigo-Zakura cherry blossom tree over 1000 years old, firefly viewing in Hokubo in summer, the Hanzaki Festival in August celebrating giant salamanders, autumn foliage throughout the forests covering 80% of Maniwa particularly for cycling and hiking, and Hokubo's famous cosmos flower fields in late autumn. Access details note Maniwa is situated in northern Okayama Prefecture with highways and public transportation connecting it to major cities like Okayama, Hiro
Kimono and yukata are traditional Japanese clothing. Kimonos are formal silk outfits worn on special occasions while yukatas are casual cotton robes provided at ryokan inns. Ryokan are traditional Japanese inns that offer guests a cultural experience including meals, public baths, and sleeping on futon mattresses.
This document provides information about traditional musical instruments from Japan, China, and Korea. It describes 14 Japanese instruments including the taiko drum, shamisen lute, and koto zither. It also details 8 Chinese instruments such as the erhu fiddle, pipa lute, and sheng mouth organ. Finally, it discusses 3 Korean instruments: the kayagum zither, geomungo zither, and haegum fiddle. The document presents this cultural information through descriptions of each instrument's composition, use, and cultural significance. It includes images of the instruments and a crossword puzzle to test the reader's knowledge.
The document provides information on various aspects of traditional Japanese culture. It discusses the country's geography and major islands. It then covers traditional Japanese performing arts like Kabuki theater, Noh theater, and Bunraku puppet theater. It also describes quieter arts like the tea ceremony, incense ceremony, flower arranging, woodblock printing, and bonsai trees. Finally, it discusses traditional Japanese cuisine such as rice, noodles, and sushi.
Japan is famous for its technology, anime, traditional martial arts, cherry blossoms, origami, fashion, art, festivals, architecture, legends, music, and cuisine. Key aspects of Japanese culture include the Shinto and Buddhist religions, elaborate festivals celebrating events like snowfall and cherry blossoms, traditional dress like kimonos, and customs like bowing and removing shoes indoors. Traditional Japanese arts incorporate influences from China and include ink wash paintings, calligraphy, woodblock prints, and sculpture using materials like lacquered wood and metals.
Japan is an archipelago of over 6,000 islands located between the Sea of Japan and the Pacific Ocean, with varied climates and over 127 million residents. The capital and largest city is Tokyo, known for its subway system, Imperial Palace, Tokyo Tower, and cherry blossoms celebrated during hanami festivals in parks. Other notable aspects of Japan include traditional foods like sushi and tempura, historic cities like Kyoto with over 1,600 temples showcasing Japanese architecture and culture, and the volcanic Mount Fuji, the country's highest point.
The document provides information about Japanese gardens and their cultural and historical influences. It discusses how Japanese gardens were originally created as religious representations of Buddhist and Shinto beliefs and incorporated influences from the tea ceremony tradition. Key features of Japanese gardens like lanterns, stepping stones, and arched bridges became intrinsic elements of garden design. The document also provides background information on cherry blossoms, their symbolic meaning in Japanese culture, and the hanami tradition of flower viewing.
Japan is an island nation located in East Asia known for its 1000 year history of Japanese gardens. Japanese gardens were originally designed for contemplation at Buddhist temples and later incorporated influences from Chinese gardens. They aimed to symbolize islands in seas covered with forests through the use of rocks, water, and carefully trimmed trees and flowers. Key elements included ponds, waterfalls, stone lanterns, and bridges built in an asymmetrical style focusing on simplicity, contrast, and the use of odd numbers of elements.
Japan, also known as Nihon or Nippon, is an island country located in East Asia. It lies east of the Sea of Japan, China, North Korea, South Korea, and Russia. Japan has a population of over 125 million people and is known for its dense cities, imperial palaces, and thousands of shrines and temples. Traditional Japanese music is rich and varied, with influences from Chinese musical forms. Genres include shinto music for worship, folk music called saibara, and the elegant court music known as gagaku. Japanese musical instruments include strings like the koto and shamisen, winds like the shakuhachi flute, and percussion such as taiko drums.
This document provides information on contemporary arts from the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) of the Philippines. It discusses the region's terrain, history, culture, dances, musical instruments, art venues, and notable artists. CAR is a mountainous landlocked region inhabited by ethnic groups like the Kalinga, Benguet, and Ifugao who practice traditions like animism, agriculture, and crafts like woodcarving, weaving and tattooing. Famous dances include the Banga pot dance and Ragragsakan dance which depicts women carrying loads. Musical instruments include the gangsa gong, diwdiw-as bamboo raft and nose flute. Notable art venues and artists showc
Japan is an island country located in East Asia. It has a population of over 125 million people and is known for its rich culture, history, and natural beauty. Some key facts about Japan include that it has over 1500 earthquakes per year, Mt. Fuji is a prominent volcanic mountain, Shintoism and Buddhism are the main religions, and the country has a very high life expectancy. Traditional arts like koto, taiko drumming, and shakuhachi flute remain an important part of Japanese culture. The document also discusses Japanese cuisine, including sushi, ramen, and bento boxes as well as daily life in modern Japan.
The document provides an overview of the culture of India and Japan by covering various topics such as language, monuments, cuisine, festivals, art, literature, music/dance, and sports of the two countries. It discusses elements of traditional and modern culture for both India and Japan and highlights some of their similarities and differences across various cultural dimensions.
Japan a land of rising sun(a project by mams)kartikyoyo
The document provides an overview comparison of the cultures of Japan and India. It covers topics such as language, monuments, cuisine, festivals, art, literature, music/dance, sports, clothing, and the relationship between the two countries. For each topic, it provides 1-2 paragraphs describing key aspects of that topic in Japanese culture and Indian culture.
Taiko drumming has been part of Japanese culture for centuries, played in religious festivals and ceremonies. It was also used in warfare to intimidate enemies. The Kodo troupe popularized taiko globally in the last 40 years through regular international tours. Based in Sado Island, Japan, Kodo performances feature traditional drums and other instruments along with dance and vocal performances lasting around two hours. The largest taiko drum, the odaiko, can weigh over 4 tons and be over 9 feet in diameter.
Japan is an island country about the size of California with diverse landscapes ranging from snowy mountains to sunny beaches. The capital and largest city is Tokyo, home to over 12 million people. Shinto and Buddhism are the main religions in Japan, though many do not identify with a particular faith. Traditional arts like paintings, pottery and sculptures remain influential alongside modern manga comics. Cherry blossoms, Mount Fuji and koi fish are iconic cultural symbols of natural beauty.
The document provides information on several aspects of Japanese culture, including:
- Akashi Kaikyō Bridge, the world's longest suspension bridge located in Japan, which took 12 years to build and can withstand earthquakes.
- Asakusa Kannon Temple, the oldest and most famous temple in Tokyo, also known as "Sensoji," which hosts an annual festival each May.
- Traditional Japanese houses made of wood with wooden pillars and tatami mat flooring, where shoes are removed inside and slippers worn.
- Meals consisting of steamed white rice served with a main dish like fish or meat, vegetables, and soup, eaten with chopsticks.
- The
The document provides information on several aspects of Japanese culture, including:
- Akashi Kaikyō Bridge, the world's longest suspension bridge located in Japan, which took 12 years to build and can withstand earthquakes.
- Asakusa Kannon Temple, the oldest and most famous temple in Tokyo, also known as "Sensoji," which hosts an annual festival each May.
- Traditional Japanese houses made of wood with wooden pillars and tatami mat flooring, where shoes are removed inside and slippers worn.
- Meals consisting of steamed white rice served with a main dish like fish or meat, vegetables, and soup, eaten with chopsticks.
- The
Taiko drumming has been part of Japanese culture for many centuries, originating in religious festivals and ceremonies held in temples and shrines. While taiko also saw usage in warfare, it was only in the last forty years that it emerged as a performance art itself, with groups like Ondekoza and Kodo gaining a global audience. The ōdaiko is considered the world's largest drum, with some examples over 9 feet in diameter, made from single blocks of centuries-old wood that take over a year to craft.
Nikko, Japan is known for its autumn foliage and historic shrines and temples. In early November, the blazing red, orange and yellow leaves provide a spectacular backdrop to the colorful architecture. Some of the most important sites include the Tosho-gu Shrine, with its intricate woodcarvings, the Five-Storied Pagoda and Taiyuin-Byo mausoleum. Nikko offers scenic hiking trails and landscapes to explore beyond the well-known temples and shrines.
Japan is an island country located in East Asia. It is made up of over 6,800 islands that stretch from Hokkaido in the north to Kyushu in the south. The main islands are Honshu, Hokkaido, Shikoku, and Kyushu. Tokyo is the capital city located on Honshu. Japan has a population of over 126 million people and is known for its culture including traditions like origami, gardens, castles, shrines, festivals, and cuisine like sushi and green tea. Shintoism and Buddhism are the main religions practiced in Japan.
3. Hello everyone!
Mr. Maraca here, saying hello from a very far off and exotic place! It
is interesting being on a land mass that is completely surrounded by
water! Since I have been here I have written at least twelve haiku
poems and have never entered a house with my shoes on! While
going through my travels I have seen men in giant white diapers and
women with powdered white faces and elaborate dresses! Well, I’m
going to go have my rice for the evening, even though I already had it
for breakfast and lunch! Goodbye and talk to you soon!
- Mr. Maraca
19. Famous Attractions
- home to the Emperor of Japan
- there are huge stone walls
surrounding the building and tons
of gardens surrounding it
- much of the area is closed to
tourists since it is the Emperor’s
home
The Imperial Palace in Tokyo
20. Famous Attractions
- home to the Emperor of Japan
- there are huge stone walls
surrounding the building and tons
of gardens surrounding it
- much of the area is closed to
tourists since it is the Emperor’s
home
The Imperial Palace in Tokyo Mount Fuji
21. Famous Attractions
- home to the Emperor of Japan
- there are huge stone walls
surrounding the building and tons
of gardens surrounding it
- much of the area is closed to
tourists since it is the Emperor’s
home
The Imperial Palace in Tokyo Mount Fuji
- Mt. Fuji is 12,388 ft high!
- it also happens to be an active volcano
- people come to climb it, paraglide off
of it, or simply view it from a distance
26. Lake Towada Snow Festival
* It’s Held in the town of Yasumiya South
west side of lake Towada .
* Festival starts every year beginning February
where Lake Towada weather is full of snow.
* There’s so many snow features that you can
experience such as:
Giant Snow Slide
Fireworks at 8pm
Nebuta Haneto Preformance
Igloos and other snow sculptures
Traditional Japanese Music 7-8pm.
Local food specialties
Horseback Rides on Saturday and Sunday
27. Lake Towada Snow Festival
* It’s Held in the town of Yasumiya South
west side of lake Towada .
* Festival starts every year beginning February
where Lake Towada weather is full of snow.
* There’s so many snow features that you can
experience such as:
Giant Snow Slide
Fireworks at 8pm
Nebuta Haneto Preformance
Igloos and other snow sculptures
Traditional Japanese Music 7-8pm.
Local food specialties
Horseback Rides on Saturday and Sunday
30. Amori Nebuta Festival
* It’s held every august 2nd- 7th at the
streets of central Aomori.
* This event attracts most visitors because of the
colorful features of lanterns and floats called
“nebuta.”
* There's always a dance portion in thia event
where dancers that are called haneto dress in
special costumes.People can purchase there
own costume and join the event.
31. Amori Nebuta Festival
* It’s held every august 2nd- 7th at the
streets of central Aomori.
* This event attracts most visitors because of the
colorful features of lanterns and floats called
“nebuta.”
* There's always a dance portion in thia event
where dancers that are called haneto dress in
special costumes.People can purchase there
own costume and join the event.
34. Sapporo Snow Festival
* The Festival is one of Japan’s
largest winter event in Sapporo and
it’s the fifth largest city by population.
* Many people visit the city to see many
amazing ice statues and ice sculptures of
what people made about the city
or other international relations.
* It’s held every year in the beginning of
of February.
* There’s about a hundred ice statues around the
city.
35. Sapporo Snow Festival
* The Festival is one of Japan’s
largest winter event in Sapporo and
it’s the fifth largest city by population.
* Many people visit the city to see many
amazing ice statues and ice sculptures of
what people made about the city
or other international relations.
* It’s held every year in the beginning of
of February.
* There’s about a hundred ice statues around the
city.
41. Shakuhachi
The Shakuhachi is the most
famous of these, a bamboo
flute played vertically like a
recorder.
Shakuhachi are usually
made from the root end of
42. Shakuhachi
The Shakuhachi is the most
famous of these, a bamboo
flute played vertically like a
recorder.
Shakuhachi are usually
made from the root end of
43. Shakuhachi
The Shakuhachi is the most
famous of these, a bamboo
flute played vertically like a
recorder.
Shakuhachi are usually
made from the root end of
Biwa
The Biwa is a short-necked lute descended from
the Middle East (which in Europe became the
lute).
There are two types of modern Biwa:
The Chikuzen Biwa, with four strings and four
frets or five strings and five frets. Popularly used
by female Biwa players.
The Nishiki Biwa, with five strings and five frets.
The Biwa is the instrument of Benten, Goddess
of music, eloquence, poetry, and education in
Japanese Buddhism.
44.
45.
46. Taiko means “big drum,“
The rumbling power of the Taiko has also
been long been associated with the gods,
and has been appropriated by the
religions of Japan.
Taiko of all different shapes, sizes, and
pitches to be included in his ensemble.
47. Taiko
Taiko means “big drum,“
The rumbling power of the Taiko has also
been long been associated with the gods,
and has been appropriated by the
religions of Japan.
Taiko of all different shapes, sizes, and
pitches to be included in his ensemble.
48. Taiko
Taiko means “big drum,“
The rumbling power of the Taiko has also
been long been associated with the gods,
and has been appropriated by the
religions of Japan.
Taiko of all different shapes, sizes, and
pitches to be included in his ensemble.
49. Taiko
Taiko means “big drum,“ Shinobue is a Japanese transverse flute
The rumbling power of the Taiko has also which emits a high-pitched sound.
been long been associated with the gods, Shinobue is made from the upper length
and has been appropriated by the of the bamboo stalk.
religions of Japan.
Taiko of all different shapes, sizes, and
pitches to be included in his ensemble.
50. Taiko Shinobue
Taiko means “big drum,“ Shinobue is a Japanese transverse flute
The rumbling power of the Taiko has also which emits a high-pitched sound.
been long been associated with the gods, Shinobue is made from the upper length
and has been appropriated by the of the bamboo stalk.
religions of Japan.
Taiko of all different shapes, sizes, and
pitches to be included in his ensemble.
53. Kokyu
It is 70 cm tall, with a neck made of ebony and
body made of snakeskin wrapped on hollowed
coconut or japonica trees.
The kokyū ( ) is a traditional Japanese
string instrument String instrument.
A string instrument is a musical instrument that
produces sound by means of vibrating strings,
the only one played with a bow.
54. Kokyu
It is 70 cm tall, with a neck made of ebony and
body made of snakeskin wrapped on hollowed
coconut or japonica trees.
The kokyū ( ) is a traditional Japanese
string instrument String instrument.
A string instrument is a musical instrument that
produces sound by means of vibrating strings,
the only one played with a bow.
Koto
55. Kokyu
It is 70 cm tall, with a neck made of ebony and
body made of snakeskin wrapped on hollowed
coconut or japonica trees.
The kokyū ( ) is a traditional Japanese
string instrument String instrument.
A string instrument is a musical instrument that
produces sound by means of vibrating strings,
the only one played with a bow.
Koto
The Koto is a 13-stringed zither, played horizontally by
plucking the strings with the thumb and fingers.
The Koto is a long, hollow instrument, made from Paulownia
wood.
The Paulownia Crest is the Imperial Crest of Japan, and the
Koto is the official national instrument.
The shape of the Koto is said to resemble a dragon; the
names of parts of the Koto correspond to various parts of
the dragon.
56.
57.
58. Shamisen
The shamisen is a 3-stringed banjo-like
instrument, a relative of the Sanshin of Okinawa
which in turn derives from Chinese and Central
Asian instruments.
The three strings are traditionally made of silk,
but nowadays are generally nylon.
68. Music From Japan
1. Bamboo Flute
2. Sakura (famous Japanese song)
3. Kodo Ibuki Taiko Drums
69. Music From Japan
1. Bamboo Flute
2. Sakura (famous Japanese song)
3. Kodo Ibuki Taiko Drums
70. Music From Japan
1. Bamboo Flute
2. Sakura (famous Japanese song)
3. Kodo Ibuki Taiko Drums
71. Music From Japan
1. Bamboo Flute
2. Sakura (famous Japanese song)
3. Kodo Ibuki Taiko Drums
4. Fuyu Momiji (‘winter maple’ song)
72. Music From Japan
1. Bamboo Flute
2. Sakura (famous Japanese song)
3. Kodo Ibuki Taiko Drums
4. Fuyu Momiji (‘winter maple’ song)
73. Music From Japan
1. Bamboo Flute
2. Sakura (famous Japanese song)
3. Kodo Ibuki Taiko Drums
4. Fuyu Momiji (‘winter maple’ song)
74. Music From Japan
1. Bamboo Flute
2. Sakura (famous Japanese song)
3. Kodo Ibuki Taiko Drums
4. Fuyu Momiji (‘winter maple’ song)
5. Seki Setsu (‘meditation on rocks and
snow’ song)
75. Music From Japan
1. Bamboo Flute
2. Sakura (famous Japanese song)
3. Kodo Ibuki Taiko Drums
4. Fuyu Momiji (‘winter maple’ song)
5. Seki Setsu (‘meditation on rocks and
snow’ song)