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Japanese tea ceremony. Woodblock print (Toshikata Mizuno, 1866-1908)

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Arts and crafts
anime and manga
arts
bonsai
calligraphy
ceramics
ikebana
origami
sumi-e painting
washi paper
woodblock printsCelebrations and seasons
Seasons/Weather
spring
summer
autumn
winter
Children’s Day and Koi kites
Emperor’s birthday (December)
Golden week (May)
hanami cherry blossom festival (April)
Matsuri
Obon celebration of ancestors’ spirits (summer)
Setsuban bean-throwing festival
Shogatsu (New Year)		 Clothing (traditional)
kimono
yukaEntertainment
geisha
tea ceremonyEtiquette
bowing
exchanging business cards
gift givingFamily and home
traditional Japanese homes
the parts of a traditional Japanese room
meaning of men’s and women’s names
ofuro and bathingFood and drink
bento
food and drink
Japanese food
Japanese drinks
matcha
types of Japanese restaurants		 Health and wellness
onsen hot springsHistory of Japan
HistoryMusic and theater
bunraku puppets
kabuki
Japanese musical instrumentsNightlife in Japan
nightlifeReligions
Shinto and Buddhism
zen meditationSamurai
samuraiShopping in Japan
shoppingSports
sports in Japan
akido
judo
karate
skiiing
sumoTourism
adventure tourism
World Heritage SitesTransport in Japan
transport