From the perspective of intercultural appropriation(跨文化借用), in your opinion, which part or parts of Japanese culture absorbed some elements from Chinese culture?
Japanese Macha is a porduction transformed form Chinese tea.
There still some Chinese characters in Japanese characters,although they have different pronunciations,but its really an absord of Chinese culture.
Japanese cooking culture is similar to Chinese food culture.They like rice,noodles,jiaozi,cooking dishes,bean curd and so on,which are started from China.
Japanese writing came into being after Chinese characters were introduced into Japan. From the initial lack of characters to the creation of its own unique kana characters and "mixed with Chinese" writing system, this process is the comprehensive learning and introduction of Chinese characters, and according to the original language of Japan to it dripping and re-creation process.
Japan is influenced by China in many ways, such as writing, clothing, architecture and so on. In the feudal period, the political system also learned from China to some extent. The spread of Buddhism in Japan was also mediated by China.
The tea culture, relogion:Buddhism and Confucianism, some kind of food, architecture, some part of characters, clothing culture, art and so on. all of this comes from China at the begining, but with the changing of the world, there are some differences between them.
Japan's traditional clothing, makeup absorbed the elements of our country's tang dynasty clothing. Their country's tea ceremony is also from our country.And there're some other things such as food ,religion,weipi culture and so on...
1、Japanese tea ceremony absorbs Chinese elements.
2、Japanese instruments and architecture also have something from China.
3、Japanese kimono influenced by tang dynasty clothing.
4、 Confucianism were originated in China, which influence Japanese a lot.
1. Tea ceremony: It is originated in China. It is based “an everyday occurrence thing” and it is not only material comfort, but also learning tea ceremony through tea, to cultivate people’s aesthetic and moral values.
2. Cuisine: It is based on rice and noodles.
3. Characters:
1) “Wa” is harmony. In business they have avoidance of self-assertion and individualism, and the preservation of good relationships despite differences in opinion.
2) They won’t express “no” directly.
3) They avoid causing “loss of face”, so they will show proper respect, avoiding confrontations and direct criticism. Their face and personal pride are the basis of an individual’s reputation and social status.
4)“Omoiyari” is the sense of empathy and loyalty. They will imagine another’s feelings and build a strong relationship based on trust and mutual feeling.
5. Architect: Some buildings in Japan are built after appreciating the ancient Chinese architecture and integrating with the national culture.
6. Clothing: The Japanese kimono was created after the study of ancient Chinese Hanfu.
7. Buddhism: The eastern spread of Chinese Buddhism, especially Zen, has a direct impact on Japanese Buddhism.
8. Confucianism, originating in China. Founded by Confucius.