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Japanese Culture
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  1. According to traditional Japanese thought, what is the relationship between gods, mortals, and nature?


  2. A kimono is traditional Japanese attire. About what century did the kimono come into use? What is the obi? The sode'?

  3. Name some of the attributes or values of traditional Japanese culture.

  4. What are some of the important purposes of a traditional Japanese tea ceremony?

  5. What types of cups, bowls, flower arrangements are part of a tea ceremony? Explain the belief behind these choices.

  6. What is Kabuki? When did it originate?

  7. What other dramatic forms did Kabuki draw upon?

  8. What are some of the attributes or qualities of Kabuki?

  9. You may watch some or all of the Kabuki performance before going on to the next question. In the space below, tell one thing you learned or noticed about the kabuki performance that is not already in your notes:
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  10. Name two artists who inspired or worked with the Japanese-American sculptor Isamu Noguchi.

  11. List some phrases that describe Noguchi's work

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