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Geography Four major islands: -Hokkaido-north -Honshu-main island -Shikoku-southeast -Kyushu-southernmost of the main islands Archipelago:

Geography Four major islands: -Hokkaido-north -Honshu-main island -Shikoku-southeast -Kyushu-southernmost of the main islands Archipelago: A chain of consecutive Islands. Japan is a mountainous archipelago.

Geography Negative Not enough land for farming Positive Less chance of being Invaded Volcanoes

Geography Negative Not enough land for farming Positive Less chance of being Invaded Volcanoes Inland waterway, communication Tsunamis— Underwater earthquake Seafaring nation

Japan Early History Account of the Three Kingdoms --297 A. D. Wei Zhi --China’s

Japan Early History Account of the Three Kingdoms --297 A. D. Wei Zhi --China’s view a law abiding people who depended on agriculture and fishing. --Wa=dwarf, China’s name for Japan

Japan Early History -5 th Century Tribal Society -Uji/Clans—ruled by hereditary chiefs and worshipping

Japan Early History -5 th Century Tribal Society -Uji/Clans—ruled by hereditary chiefs and worshipping the clan’s ancestor -Yamato Clan—unified all other uji/clans to become the ruling force. -Amaterasu-Sun Goddess. The Yamato were priests and active in building shrines to the sun goddess

SHINTO The Way of the Gods Kami-no-Michi Torri—gateway to signal sacred ground ahead. Clapping

SHINTO The Way of the Gods Kami-no-Michi Torri—gateway to signal sacred ground ahead. Clapping Hands—attract God’s attention Water/Running Water—seen as a purifying agent, to remove the obstruction that blocks inspiration and divine communication.

Torri

Torri

Running Water

Running Water

Shinto Lion Dance

Shinto Lion Dance

Shinto Wedding

Shinto Wedding

Shinto http: //www. youtube. com/watch? v=Rg. Q 4 e. Cc 38 d. M

Shinto http: //www. youtube. com/watch? v=Rg. Q 4 e. Cc 38 d. M

7 th Century Japan Prince Shotoku ruled during childhood. A regent ruled in his

7 th Century Japan Prince Shotoku ruled during childhood. A regent ruled in his place. A few important dates 604—Seventeen Article Constitution reverence for Buddhism by all Japanese. 607 -614—sends embassies to China to siphon off culture 629—Shotoku dies

7 th Century Japan Prince Shotoku 100 Yen Online-utility. org

7 th Century Japan Prince Shotoku 100 Yen Online-utility. org

Heian Period (794 -1185) Emperor Kammu (781 -806) moves the capital to Heian (modern

Heian Period (794 -1185) Emperor Kammu (781 -806) moves the capital to Heian (modern Kyoto) preserved T’ang culture. Heian’s control extended all of Kyushu and gained Honshu by the late 8 th and 9 th centuries. Aristocracy—they were given land grants in recognition of their rank or special service. Much of the land slipped off the tax rolls as a result.

Heian Period (794 -1185) Heianjingu. or. jp

Heian Period (794 -1185) Heianjingu. or. jp

Heian Period (794 -1185)

Heian Period (794 -1185)

Heian Period (794 -1185) Cultural Advancements Literature—The Tale of Genji by Murasaki Shikibu (Lady

Heian Period (794 -1185) Cultural Advancements Literature—The Tale of Genji by Murasaki Shikibu (Lady Murasaki). The life of a prince and his personal affairs with court ladies. It spoke of manners, dress and court policies. Bonsai—the artificial dwarfing of trees and shrubs in pots or tubs, originally Chinese.

Kamakura Period (1192 -1333) Start of Japanese Feudalism. Kamakura starts with a rebellion in

Kamakura Period (1192 -1333) Start of Japanese Feudalism. Kamakura starts with a rebellion in 1180. Yoritomo and Yoshitsune seized Heian and defeated them in battle in 1185. Bakufu—tent government, administration established by the Shogun (Seii-tai)—Barbarian Subduing General emperor’s military advisor or chief of staff

Japanese Feudalism Daimyo—large land owners Shoen—large estates, developed their own armies to defend their

Japanese Feudalism Daimyo—large land owners Shoen—large estates, developed their own armies to defend their lands. Many shoen were founded by families and provincial officials. Bushi—warrior descended from the aristocracy Samurai—retainer Equipment Swords—long and short Helmets—bore clan crest Bows and Arrows—as opposed to lances in Europe

Japanese Feudalism NOVA Secrets of the Samurai http: //www. pbs. org/wgbh/nova/ancient/secrets-samurai -sword. html

Japanese Feudalism NOVA Secrets of the Samurai http: //www. pbs. org/wgbh/nova/ancient/secrets-samurai -sword. html

Japanese Feudalism Bushi Code Harakiri—Stomach Cut Seppuku—Disembowelment

Japanese Feudalism Bushi Code Harakiri—Stomach Cut Seppuku—Disembowelment

Rise of Ashikaga 1331 --Kamakura Shogunate forces the Emperor Go-Daigo to abdicate. A revolt

Rise of Ashikaga 1331 --Kamakura Shogunate forces the Emperor Go-Daigo to abdicate. A revolt ensues. Kamakura Shogunate turns against Emperor Go-Daigo (escapes) the Shogun Ashikaga Takauji sent to capture the Go-Daigo -Ashikaga captures Kyoto and declares himself Shogun 1338

End of Asikaga Period Oda Nobunaga—a minor fedual lord who takes control of Kyoto

End of Asikaga Period Oda Nobunaga—a minor fedual lord who takes control of Kyoto in 1568. How? Destroys Buddhist monastery of Mt. Hiei Why? 1) They were a threat to future stability 2) They played a significant role in both the political and military course of Japan

Zen Buddhism Brought to Japan from China in 1191 by Eisai, a monk. Centered

Zen Buddhism Brought to Japan from China in 1191 by Eisai, a monk. Centered on simplicity with out priests or temples, quiet contemplation, acceptance of nature and strict discipline. Meditation—clearing and concentrating the mind and focused breathing.

Cultural Diffusion--Arrival of Portuguese --Vasco Da Gama reaches an island off the southern coast

Cultural Diffusion--Arrival of Portuguese --Vasco Da Gama reaches an island off the southern coast of Kyushu. --Oda Nobunaga attracted to them by the hope of trade profits. Nobunaga embraces Western technology such as firearms and iron cladding on warships. --Oda Nobunaga also expresses an interest in Christianity and encourages the Portuguese as a counterweight against Buddhist power.

Christianity in Japan 1549 --St. Francis Xavier begins a major missionary effort in Japan.

Christianity in Japan 1549 --St. Francis Xavier begins a major missionary effort in Japan. 1582 --Oda Nobunaga murdered by his generals 1615 --Half a million Japanese had become converts

Nobunaga’s Successor Hideyoshi, Nobunaga’s successor 1585—conquered the island of Shikoku 1590—Unified Japan politically especially

Nobunaga’s Successor Hideyoshi, Nobunaga’s successor 1585—conquered the island of Shikoku 1590—Unified Japan politically especially from the northern part of Honshu He tried to conquer China by going through Korea in 1592. China helps Korea defeat Japan. Tokugawa Ieyasu becomes a vassal for Hideyoshi

Tokugawa Shogunate (1603 -1868) Tokugawa Ieyasu Significant dates 1543— 1616 Moves the capital from

Tokugawa Shogunate (1603 -1868) Tokugawa Ieyasu Significant dates 1543— 1616 Moves the capital from Kyoto to Edo, Why? bhoffert. faculty. noctrl. edu

Tokugawa Shogunate (1603 -1868) Tokugawa Ieyasu becomes the shogun in 1603. How does he

Tokugawa Shogunate (1603 -1868) Tokugawa Ieyasu becomes the shogun in 1603. How does he consolidate his power and authority? 1. Outlaws firearms/swords 2. Relocation of Daimyo/Alternate Attendance (Sankin kotai)

Tokugawa Shogunate (1603 -1868) Outlaws firearms/swords

Tokugawa Shogunate (1603 -1868) Outlaws firearms/swords

Tokugawa Shogunate (1603 -1868) Relocation of the Daimyo/Alternate Attendance Csuohio. edu

Tokugawa Shogunate (1603 -1868) Relocation of the Daimyo/Alternate Attendance Csuohio. edu

Tokugawa Shogunate (1603 -1868) Other Restrictions Shogun could confiscate the land of the daimyo

Tokugawa Shogunate (1603 -1868) Other Restrictions Shogun could confiscate the land of the daimyo if disloyal Number of troops of daimyo were limited Prohibited from making alliances

Tokugawa Shogunate (1603 -1868) Tokugawa Social Order Worksheet

Tokugawa Shogunate (1603 -1868) Tokugawa Social Order Worksheet

Tokugawa Shogunate (1603 -1868) Tokugawa Japan http: //www. youtube. com/watch? v=Ojov. Mj. PU 9

Tokugawa Shogunate (1603 -1868) Tokugawa Japan http: //www. youtube. com/watch? v=Ojov. Mj. PU 9 ug

Tokugawa Shogunate (1603 -1868) Tokugawa Cultural Achievements Bunraku—Puppet plays were popular since women were

Tokugawa Shogunate (1603 -1868) Tokugawa Cultural Achievements Bunraku—Puppet plays were popular since women were forbidden on stage. The use of puppets got around this issue. Kubuki—type of dramatic theater with a lot of human emotions and adventures. Actors performed on a revolving stage for quick scene changes. Hai ku—three line poems All the rains of June: And one evening, secretly Through the pines, the moon