Japan PowerPoint By: Adriana Bustillos Mrs. Richardson
Shinto The traditional religion of Japan Shinto's believe that some kami help people live and keep them from harm Kami means nature spirits
Prince Shotoku Most influential person to bring Chinese ideas to Japan He served from 593-621 as a regent for his aunt, the empress A regent is a person who rules a country for someone who is unable to rule alone
Court (Nobles) In Heian, Nobles created an imperial court Court is a group of nobles who live near and serve or advise a ruler The court at Heian became a great center of culture and learning
Japanese Nobles Fashion The nobles’ had magnificent wardrobes full of silk robes and gold jewelry They loved elaborate outfits To complete their outfits, they would carry a decorative fan
Lady Murasaki Shikibu’s Tale of Gengi Many historians consider this to be the first full-length novel The story is about a prince named Gengi and his long quest for love It has 54 chapters
Japanese Architecture The nobles of Heian greatly admired Chinese architecture They copied Chinese building styles, especially the temples The wooden frames were often left unpainted to look more natural
Noh The performing arts were popular in the Heian period In later centuries, the type of performances developed into more serious drama called the Noh They often tell about great heroes or figures from Japan’s past
Zen Buddhism In the 1100s a popular form of Buddhism called Zen arrived from China They believed people seeking wisdom should practice self-discipline and meditation These ideas appealed to many Japanese, especially warriors
Pure Land Buddhism It didn’t require special rituals or ceremonies They chanted the Buddha’s name over and over to achieve an enlightened state It was very popular with Japan’s common people