Chapter 8- Japan Flashcards
Where did Japan’s court move in the 700s?
They moved to Heian
Who helped unify Japan in the late 1500s?
Local leaders such as Oda Nobunaga and Tokugawa Ieyasu.
How did Prince Shotoku help spread Buddhism in Japan?
He built a Buddhist temple and wrote commentaries on Buddhist teachings. This made Buddhism popular among nobles.
What is Shinto?
Shinto is the traditional religion of Japan.
What is Bushido?
The samurai code of rules.
Why do you think Pure Land Buddhism was popular with common people?
It did not require any special rituals or money.
How did the Yamato rulers gain power?
They extended their control over Honshu and called themselves emperors of all of Japan.
Why was the period between 794 & 1185 called the golden age of arts in Japan?
The court of Heian became a great center of culture and learning because of the nobles’ love of the arts
What is the relationship between daimyo and samurai?
Samurai were hired by the daimyo to protect their land.
When did he Mongols invade Japan?
1270s and 1280s
What types of landforms cover most of Japan?
Mountains
What were two forms of Buddhism that developed in Japan?
Pure land Buddhism and Zen Buddhism
How did the daimyo help weaken the shoguns power?
They fought for control of power. Eventually, each daimyo controlled his own territory and this prevented any central authority to form.
Why did samurai take up pursuits like flower arranging?
To improve their discipline and concentration.
How did Confucianism influence Japan?
It helped shape family behavior and Japanese culture.
What did Zen Buddhism teach?
People seeking wisdom should practice self-discipline and meditation.
How did Japan’s separation from other countries helped shape it’s culture?
It allowed Japan to develop their own culture and religion.
Who wrote THE TALE OF GENJI?
Lady Murasaki Shikibu
How does The Tale of Genji help us learn about Japan’s culture?
It tells about the social structure of Japan and describes its court life with great detail.
What did Bushido teach?
Taught samurai to be brave and honorable.
What did Shinto teach?
Believed that everything in nature has kami.
What is kami?
Nature spirits
How was Japan influenced by Surrounding countries( Korea and China)?
- language-Early Japanese writing used Chinese characters
- philosophy-Confucianism shaped culture and family in Japan
- religion- Buddhism came to Japan from Korean visitors
What did the shoguns do in the 1630s?
They closed off Japan from the rest of the world; into isolationism.
