Japanese culture by silvna alfonso

Importance of knowing other cultures

silvanam1809 — 2021-05-16 22:44:34 UTC

Japanese culture

silvanam1809 — 2021-05-16 22:55:38 UTC

Japanese culture vs Colombian

silvanam1809 — 2021-05-16 22:59:22 UTC

I will make a comparison between 3 aspects of the cultureS, I will start with the quality of life, taking into account healt:

-In Colombia, 22.3% of adults are obese as of 2016. In Japan, that number is 4.3% of people as of 2016.

Secondly lets talk about basic needs:
-In Colombia, approximately 62.3% of the population has internet access as of 2018. In Japan, about 84.6% do as of 2018.


Finally we have the second aspect;Size comparison
-Japan is approximately 377,915 sq km, while Colombia is approximately 1,138,910 sq km, making Colombia 201% larger than Japan. Meanwhile, the population of Japan is ~125.5 million people (76.4 million fewer people live in Colombia).

Personal reflection

silvanam1809 — 2021-05-16 23:22:17 UTC

Intercultural Questions

silvanam1809 — 2021-05-16 23:47:16 UTC

1. What is unique about Japan?
In this amazing country exist very different: Architecture, art, traditions, crafts. Also, its worldwide known pop culture (including manga, anime, and video games). It's something that definitely only Japan can offer. No other country contains the same characteristics.

2. What influenced Japanese culture?
Japan was highly influenced by Chinese culture. The influence of Buddhism, confucianism, and other elements of Chinese culture had a profound impact on the development of Japanese culture. But they create a cultural synthesis which is uniquely Japanese. Thats why nowdays is seen as one of the most advanced countries of the world, and the population enjoy a higher standard of living then they do in China.

3. What is kawaii culture?
is the culture of cuteness in Japan. Examples include cute handwriting, certain genres of manga, and characters including Hello Kitty and Pikachu.

Presentation

silvanam1809 — 2021-05-17 00:51:21 UTC

Why I was obsessed with Japan

silvanam1809 — 2021-05-17 00:52:03 UTC

I LOVE MARIE KONDO <3

References

silvanam1809 — 2021-05-17 00:54:42 UTC

https://www.goodreads.com/author/quotes/5589647.Marie_Kond_

https://www.mylifeelsewhere.com/cost-of-living/colombia/japan