People
Which group of people invaded Japan in the 1270's and 1280's?
The Mongols.
What bodies of land are Japan composed of?
Islands.
What is the definition of Zen?
Zen was a new form of Buddhism that arrived from China.
What is the definition of a shogun?
A general who ruled Japan in the emperor's name.
What were some popular forms of art during the Heian period?
Literature, statues, plays, and bright paintings were all popular art forms in the Heian period.
What group of Japanese individuals were poor and had no power?
Peasants.
What is the name of Japan's largest mountain?
Mount Fuji?
What is the definition of samurai?
A samurai is a trained professional warrior.
What is the definition of Shinto?
The traditional religion in Japan.
Why did Samurai do activities such as flower arranging?
They did it because they believed peaceful activities boosted their discipline which was vital for being a samurai.
Who was Prince Shotoku?
Prince Shotoku was one of Japan's greatest leaders. He helped rule Japan at the young age of 20. He implemented many ideas from China in Japan's government system and daily life.
How many main islands is Japan composed of?
Four main islands.
What is the definition of a figurehead?
A figurehead is a person who appears to rule even though real power rests with someone else.
What is the definition of court?
A group of nobles who live near and serve or advise a ruler.
What was the family known for being great leaders?
The Tokugawa family.
Who was Lady Murasaki Shikibu?
She was one of the greatest writers in early Japanese history. She wrote "The Tale of Genji" which was considered the worlds first full-length novel.
What are the names of Japan's main islands?
Honshu, Hokkaido, Kyushu, and Shikoku.
What is the definition of clans?
Clans are extended families.
What is the definition of Bushido?
The samurai code of rules.
Where did the religion of Buddhism come from?
Korea.
Who was Oda Nobunaga?
One of Japan's first leaders who brought his soldiers guns from Portuguese trades.
What is the highest point of Mount Fuji?
12,388 feet or 3,776 meters.
What is the definition of daimyo?
Japan's large landowners.
What is the definition of a regent?
A person who rules a country for someone who is unable to rule alone.
How old was Prince Shotoku when he first started ruling Japan?
20 years of age.