Japan is an island nation in East Asia. The word "Japan" means "Land Of The Rising Sun". Japan is one of the many countries in the world with the most population. The 4 largest islands in Japan are, Honshu, Hokkaido, Kyushu and Shikoku.
Sushi is a type of food originally from Japan that I like to eat. The ingredients mainly used are tuna, squid and prawns.
Taiko is one of Japan's many instruments. It is s a Japanese drum that comes in different sizes. Also, Japanese folk songs are in 4 different groups. There is a category of work songs, religious songs, songs for gatherings, and lastly children's songs.
The 'Kimono' is a traditional Japanese garment. Japanese kimonos are wrapped around the body. Kimono's are made of hemp or linen and today more layers are just getting added to it.
Japanese Art covers different kinds of styles. Some of the most well known styles include symbol work, wood prints, textiles like fabrics, ink paintings and much much more. Much of the art are based on the ideas of the Buddhist beliefs of Zen, Tranquillity, Humbleness, Serenity and Beauty.
One thing Japan is famous for is for their "Shinkansen" also known as the "Bullet Train".
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