China .
the fact it is on an island.
japans level of development is the industrail stage. It is a highly developed country.
China and Korea mostly. China by obvious reasons (Written language and other customs such as the lunar calender, etc. Japanese culture is hugely based off of Chinas) and Korea had other influences as well (Brought over technologies such as paper printing, pottery and art, etc). It's important to note, in the earlier days Korea had more of a direct impact whereas China had more of an indirect one (When Koreans introduced their culture, they also introduced Chinese.) Soon, Japan was able to have relations with China directly
Japan's unification under Prince Shotoku in the 7th century is best characterized by the establishment of a centralized government and the promotion of Buddhism and Confucianism as guiding principles. Shotoku implemented a series of reforms, including the Taika Reforms, which aimed to strengthen imperial authority and create a more structured society. His support for cultural and political ties with China significantly influenced Japan’s political system and cultural development, laying the groundwork for a more unified Japanese state.
Due to Japan's close proximity to China Japans written language and aspects of culture and dress were heavily influenced
Japans natural resources are the ocean, the forest, and farming
japans house- the japans house!
the pheasant!
Note three provisions in japans new constitution
Japans current constitution was adopted on May 3,1997
Japans traditional drink is Kalambiji and it has soy beans and green tea mixed.
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