Cultural Discovery on a Japan Cruise
Travelers seeking a truly rich cultural experience as well as those whose interests are perked by technology and future advancements, will thoroughly enjoy their time on a Japan cruise. Cities such as Kyoto and Nara boast beautiful temples, shrines, and museums, amazing treasures from Japan’s artistic heritage. Developed cities offer a technological adventure and a modern pop culture experience.
Historically China and Korea have had the most influence on the development of Japanese culture by introducing things such as ceremonial burial, pottery, painting, writing and poetry. During the pre-modern era, Japan broke from these influences and began to define a unique and distinct culture involving a developed artistry in things such as Bon dance. Predominant religions practiced in Japan are Shinto, Buddhism, and Christianity, which throughout history have helped shape the culture’s concepts of honor, duty and obligation to family. Japan’s contemporary pop culture is a direct result of western influence from the 1950s and onward. A cruise of Japan offers an excellent look at the country’s role as a leading exporter of pop culture. It has developed such unique artistic contributions as anime and manga (graphic novels).
