FAC- Japan

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What is a pagoda?

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A tiered tower with multiple eaves.

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Who was Prince Shotoku?

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A Japanese prince known for his contributions to Buddhism & the development of a centralized government in Japan.

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What is Shinto?

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A Japanese religion that expresses love & respect for nature

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What is meditation?

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A practice where you use a technique to train attention and achieve a mentally clear & emotionally calm state.

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What does 'enlightenment' mean?

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Gaining deep understanding or knowledge

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What & when was the Heian period?

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The cultural flowering in Japanese history from 794 to 1185

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What is meant by the 'golden age'?

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A period of great prosperity, success, or achievement in a society.

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What is a courtier?

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A male member who attends a royal court as a companion or adviser to the king or queen.

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What is the Tale of Genji?

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A Japanese novel & Heian masterpiece.

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What is origami?

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the Japanese art of paper folding