HISTORY
CIVILIZATIONS OF ASIA
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The Japanese borrowed Chinese culture by adapted it.
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The Japanese mimicked Chinese culture but did not change it
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The Japanese feared China’s power
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The Japanese ignored Chinese influence.
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Detailed explanation-1: -The capitals of Japan and China were built according to the rules of Feng Shui. In everyday life, the Japanese adopted the use of Chinese chopsticks, and Chinese characters became the basis for Japanese writing. The influence of Chinese culture still endures.
Detailed explanation-2: -Paintings done on fine paper in Chinese ink were very popular during the Nara period, including many forms of decorative scrolls. The practice of calligraphy as an art medium also came to Japan. Other forms of art including masked drama known as Gigaku came from China, as did the Gagaku Imperial court dancing.
Detailed explanation-3: -During its classical period, Japan was highly influenced by Chinese culture. The influence of Buddhism, Confucianism, and other elements of Chinese culture had a profound impact on the development of Japanese culture.
Detailed explanation-4: -The Heian period of Japanese history lasted from 794 to 1185 CE It is a time period when Japan was most closely connected to and influenced by Chinese culture-Confucianism, Buddhism, and Taoism were all influential in Japan during this period, as was Chinese language and culture.