History
What were the symbols from the myth of Japan's first emperor?
Mirror, Sword, Jewel
What are Kimono's?
Kimono's are a traditional clothing that is worn in Japan for special occasions.
What is the most common religion in Japan?
Shinto or Buddhism
What is Japan mostly known for?
Japan is mostly known for it's cherry blossoms and anime.
Is Mount Fuji in Japan?
True!
What did the sword, Jewel, and mirror mean?
Sword- represents courage
Jewel- represents kindness
Mirror- represents wisdom
Why was the emperor called "The Sun Of Heaven"?
The people believed that a monarch ruled the world by heaven's decree, hence they called him the son of heaven.
What was Bushido for Samurai?
Bushido was a way of living, and they would have to follow it. This lifestyle defined the way they lived and acted.
Why is Japan famous for it's gardens?
Japan is famous for their gardens because of the beauty and meaning they hold.
Were bullet trains made in Japan?
True.
What 3 main periods is the Feudal Japan era made of?
This era is mad up of the Kamakura period, Muromachi period and the Azui momoyama period.
What is a sing of good manners in Japan that might be considered a bad one here?
In Japan if you slurp your noodles it is considered good manners because you are showing signs of enjoyment!
Who was at the top of the social structure?
The Samurai!
What is Japan's national sport?
Japan's national sport is sumo wrestling!
The highest mountains in Japan are the Japanese Andes.
False
Why did Hiroshima get bombed?
They got Bombed because they Bombed Pearl Harbor.
Why is the Japanese culture so modest?
People in Japan believe that the person is less important then the group.
What do Buddhists believe in?
Buddhists believe that meditation, spiritual and physical labor, a long with good behavior is a way for them to achieve enlightenment and nirvana.
What is now considered a traditional Christmas Eve meal?
A traditional Christmas Eve meal in Japan is KFC.
There are very few earthquakes in Japan.
False.
When did Hiroshima get bombed?
August 6, 1945.
Why is the flag a white background with a red dot in the middle?
The red dot is supposed to represent the sun, because in Japan the sun will rise above the ocean and look amazing.
What is a shogun?
A commander in chief in Feudal Japan.
What was Tokyo originally called?
Tokyo was originally called Edo.
Samurai respected the people they killed.
True.