The Emergence of Japan

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The Emergence of Japan
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Geography of Japan

• Japan is located on an archipelago, which is a
  chain of islands.
• Its four main islands are Hokkaido, Honshu,
  Kyushu, and Shikoku.
• It is located on the ring of fire and is subject
  to tsunamis.

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Early Traditions

• In early Japanese times, people lived in Ujis, or
  clans. Around A.D. 500, the Yamato clan
  dominated much of the Honshu island.
• They set up Japans first and only dynasty.

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Shintoism

• This is a religion that was formed in Japan.
• It is the worship of forces of nature- still in
  existence today

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Japan and Korea

• Because Japan is so close to Korea, their
  cultures and languages seem very similar.
• The Koreans even introduced the Japanese to
  Buddhism.
• This caused Japan to become more interested in
  China.

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Japan Looks to China

• Japan began trading and studying with the
  Chinese, which caused them to change things in
  the Japanese government.
• Over time, the Japanese excitement for China died
  down.

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Kana

• In Japan, they developed their own language.
• They developed Kana, or phonetic symbols
  representing syllables.

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The Heian-kyo Period

• This was when the blending of Chinese and
  Japanese cultures really took place. Everyone
  dressed elegantly and went to court.
• Lady Murasaki was one of the most popular
  writers. She wrote The Tale of Genji.

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Assignment

• Look at the section Japan looks to China on pg
  318.
• List all of the items or ideas that Japan has
  taken from China.
• Pick one, draw and describe it in 3 sentences.
• Next Try to make 5 complete sentences using Kana.
  To do this use the chart provided.