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Heilbrunn Zen Buddhism: Hanging Scroll of Orchids and Rocks
Ink drawing of orchids and rocks, hanging scroll,
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Khan Academy: Female Shinto Spirit
This figure represents a Shinto goddess; her name is not known. She is depicted as an aristocratic woman, dressed in a thick kimono-like garment. Shinto images like this one were not meant to be seen but were kept hidden in movable...
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Khan Academy: The Floating World of Edo Japan
During Japan's Edo period (1615-1868) the phrase "the floating world" (ukiyo) evoked an imagined universe of wit, stylishness, and extravagance -- with overtones of naughtiness, hedonism, and transgression. Implicit was a contrast to the...
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Yamashita Aikido Organization
The organization, whcih strives to teach the traditional philosophy of Aikido, has existed for over 40 years since the end of World War II.
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Cut Out From Image of Bird and Flower (Ukiyo E)
An exhibition review on the Japanese art form Ukiyo-e. Very nice images and history of this art form with an interpretation of an historical link of Japan and the Western world.
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Cut Out From an Ukiyo E Image Depicting Row of Houses With People
An exhibition review on the Japanese art form Ukiyo-e. Very nice images and history of this art form with an interpretation of an historical link of Japan and the Western world.
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Portion of a Modern Wood Block in the Ukiyo E Style
An exhibition review on the Japanese art form Ukiyo-e. Very nice images and history of this art form with an interpretation of an historical link of Japan and the Western world.
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Khan Academy: Matchlock Gun and Pistol
Owning a pistol was a symbol of a samurai's power, rank, and wealth in Edo, Japan. They were often decorated with the samurai's family crest. View pictures and read descriptions of these weapons.
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Khan Academy: Dog Chasing
Dog chasing was one of three archery drills popular during the Edo period (1615-1868). Originally an exercise to improve martial skills, it became a formal sport with defined rules as early as the 14th century.
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Khan Academy: The Evolution of Ukiyo E and Woodblock Prints
Ukiyo-e began as hand-painted scrolls and screens of everyday life in Japan. They became so popular, they were mass-produced using carved wooden blocks. Read the evolution of this artform and view pictures in this essay.
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Khan Academy: An Introduction to Kabuki Theater
Kabuki was one of the three most popular dramatic forms of Japan, the other two being Noh drama and puppet theater (bunraku). Singers and an orchestra of drums, flutes, wooden clappers, and samisen (a stringed instrument similar to the...
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Khan Academy: Introduction to Korea
Korea is a mountainous peninsula surrounded by the sea on three sides. It shares its northern borders with China and Russia, and its closest southern neighbor is Japan, which lies across a narrow strait. The Korean peninsula measures...
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Kamiyo No Masagoto Tokiwagusa
Creation stories, myths and art from around the world are presented in this exhibit from the Library of Congress. Each item is briefly described.
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Kodak: Social Studies Lesson Plans
This Kodak site has twelve lesson plans submitted by teachers from every grade level. Each activity integrates photography into the lesson.
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Toy Theater: Create a Print in the Style of Hokusai
An interactive feature that lets you model a print after Hokusai.
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The History Cat: Samurai Japan
A description of the culture and traditions of the samurai in medieval Japan.
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Artcyclopedia: Complete List of Textile Artists
ArtCyclopedia's complete list of textile artists from the 17th century to the present day. There are links to the artists' biography and works.
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Windows to the Universe: Mythology Hangman
Test your knowledge of world mythology by playing Mythology Hangman, a Java applet and website that features images, maps, and descriptions for beginner, intermediate, and advanced students. It is a great resource to supplement mythology...
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Abcteach: How to Haiku [Pdf]
[Free Registration/Login Required] Wonderful printable haiku form that explains how to write one and leaves room for students to write their own.
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Japan 101: Sumo Wrestling
Japan 101 offers excellent information on the sport of Sumo wrestling. Provides images and a list of winning criteria for the sport.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Japanese Archer
Drawing of an archer, with bow string stretched.
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Unesco: Japan: Buddhist Monuments in the Horyu Ji Area
There are around 48 Buddhist monuments in the Horyu-ji area, in Nara Prefecture. Several date from the late 7th or early 8th century, making them some of the oldest surviving wooden buildings in the world. These masterpieces of wooden...
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Wikipedia: National Historic Landmarks in California: David B. Gamble House
Arts and Crafts masterpiece; shows influence from traditional Japanese aesthetics and a certain California spaciousness born of available land and a permissive climate.
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