Today’s Schedule – 05/11/10

1. Today’s Schedule – 05/11/10 • CNN • 28.2 Part 2 PPT: Culture of Japan and Koreas • Activity: Swan Origami • HW: • 28.3 Vocab • Continue working on websites

2. People • Japan • 99% are ethnic Japanese • Minority are • Koreans • Chinese • Ainu • Korea • Ethnic Koreans • Minority are Chinese

3. Language • Japan = Japanese • Characters are a combination of Chinese characters and Japanese symbols • Korea = Korean • Half of words come from Chinese

4. Religion • Japan • Buddhism is primary religion • Korea • Blend of Buddhism and Confucianism • Christianity is a growing religion in South Korea • North Korea does allow for freedom of religion

5. Land Use • Japan is the size of California • Four times as many people in Japan as in CA • 867 people per square mile

6. Food • Japan • Rice is a staple • Sushi: vinegared rice with vegetables and/or fish • Sashimi: Thin slices of raw fish • Noodles and tofu are also common • Tea is most commonly drank

7. Korea • Rice is also a staple • Grilled meats and vegetables are common • Kimchi is a common dish • Mixture of cabbage and spices

8. Education • Japan • Superior educational system • Highest literacy rate in the world • Intense competition to get into universities • South Korea • Educational system is similar to Japan’s • North Korea • Communist ideology is primary focus • Higher education is limited

9. Traditions/Customs • Japan • Strong family ties and respect for elders • Kimono is commonly worn for special occasions • Removing shoes before entering a home is expected • Poetry and art are respected and popular • Anime is widely popular • High fashion is trendy, especially in Tokyo