Culture
Religion
Most Japanese do not exclusively identify themselves as adherents of a single religion; rather, they incorporate elements of various religions in a syncretic fashion known as Shinbutsu shūgō (amalgamation of kami and buddhas). Shinbutsu Shūgō officially ended with the Shinto and Buddhism Separation Order of 1886, but continues in practice. Shinto and Japanese Buddhism are therefore best understood not as two completely separate and competing faiths, but rather as a single, rather complex religious system.
Temple & Shrine
Zen
Shinto
Buddhism
Foodread more
Japanese cuisine is the food—ingredients, preparation and way of eating—of Japan. The traditional food of Japan is based on rice with miso soup and other dishes, each in its own utensil, with an emphasis on seasonal ingredients. The side dishes often consist of fish, pickled vegetables, and vegetables cooked in broth. Fish is common in the traditional cuisine. It is often grilled, but it may also be served raw as sashimi or in sushi. Seafood and vegetables are also deep-fried in a light batter as tempura.
"Washoku" Japanese cuisine was designated as world intangible cultural heritage of UNESCO in December, 2014.
Sushi
Yakisoba
Okonomiyaki
Yakitori
Bowl of rice with topping
Miso
Noodle
Oden
Shabushabu
Sukiyaki
Tenpura
Tofu
Rice
Ricecake
Soy sauce
Mongolian BBQ
Takoyaki
Izakaya -Pub food-
Sake
Japanese confectionery
Sportsread more
Sumo wrestling is considered Japan's national sport. Martial arts such as judo and karate are also widely practiced and enjoyed in the country.
Japanese Clutureread more
Througout its long history, Japan imported customs and products from foreign countries such as China, and perfected into Japanese ways. On the other hands, Japan has been developed its original tradition and culture such as tea ceremony, ikebana (flower arrangement), Kabuki and so forth.
Living in harmony with nature, Japanese people developed their original ways of life, manners and customs.
Tea Ceremony
Flower arrangement -Ikebana-
Hinomaru(National flag of Japan)
National flower of Japan
National bird of Japan
Kabuki
No & Kyogen
Japanese Tanka
Ukiyoe Wood Block Prints
Origine of Japanese people
Japanese language
Ceramic & Lacquerware
Onsen
Hanami (Flower viewing)
Japanese Festival
Housing in Japan
Manga
Kodomonohi (Children's Day)
Autumn Leaves