Flashcards about Japan's Geography and Culture

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The geography of Japan

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Japan's islands are the peaks of mostly submerged mountains and volcanoes.

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Japan's most ancient religion

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Shinto

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Japan's first culture

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Jomon

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Clan that united Japan by the 400s

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Yamato

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How did Japan use ideas from China's civilization

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Japan adapted China's civilization to fit Japanese culture.

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Introduced Chinese ideas to strengthen imperial control

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Prince Shotoku

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What was the effect of Japan's isolation on its culture

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ecause of isolation, Japan's people came mostly from one ethnic group and developed a strong sense of unity.

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Practices of Shinto worship

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Worshippers visit a shrine, wash to purify themselves, clap their hands to attract a god's attention, and whisper a short prayer.