Japanese Culture in Present Day

Japanese Culture in Present Day Effect of the Uniqueness and Diversity of Japanese Culture Nowadays Mar 26, 2018 in Economics Cultural Identity of Japan Japan is an Island in the East Asia. It is a country with a unique cultural identity. The four main islands that make up Japan are Honshu, Shikoku, Hokkaido and Kyushu. About seven thousand additional islands also constitute it. Shinto and Buddhism, along with other cultures, prevail in the country. Shinto and Buddhism each serve a distinct function; this is due to the intrinsic characteristics that each posses within the Japanese culture. Much of its culture has developed over centuries of feudal ruling. The culture has also benefited from the Geographic isolation of the country. Japanese culture is diverse and its traditions are deeply rooted in history. It entails fashion and clothing with many traditional forms of cloth and accompanying accessories. The most common form of traditional Japanese clothing is Kimono, worn by Japanese women. It usually comes in different forms, having different meanings while worn for specific occasions. Kimono ranges from casual to wedding attires. Music is a significant part of the Japanese culture. Musical instruments accompany music in the Japanese culture. Koto is one of the most sophisticated musical instruments that are associated with the youth. Koto is similar to harp, played in the West. The music ranges from traditional to modern, including J-POP and Japanese Rock Music.