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The Japanese selectively borrowed from Chinese culture by adopting certain elements that aligned with their own societal needs and values, while rejecting or modifying others. This process is evident in areas such as writing, where the Japanese adapted Chinese characters (kanji) into their own syllabaries (hiragana and katakana). Additionally, they embraced aspects of Chinese philosophy, such as Confucianism and Buddhism, but integrated them with indigenous beliefs and practices. This selective borrowing allowed Japan to create a unique cultural identity that reflected both Chinese influences and local traditions.

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