Kultura at tradisyon ng mga HAPON

Itinuturo pa rin sa mga Hapones ang pagsusuot ng tradisyunal na damit na Kimono at Obi,ang
detalyadong ritwal ng Seremonya Sa Tsaa at Pag-aayos Ng Bulaklak o Ikebana.Dinudumog pa rin ng
milyong Hapones ang mga Dambanang Shinto at Templong
Japanese Festivals: The Japanese people celebrate many festivals, most of which are of the Buddhist
and Shinto religions. Different temples or shrines across Japan have their own specific Matsuri
or festive holiday. Some festivals that began long ago are also celebrated today in a modern form. These
include Aomori Nebuta Festival, the Hadaka Matsuri Festival and the Cherry Blossom Festivals, which
are an integral part of Japanese culture.

Cherry Blossom Festivals: Every year in Spring the Japanese people make time to appreciate the beauty
of nature as the Cherry trees burst into full bloom and their lovely pink flowers offer a wonderfully
appealing sight. People picnic in the Cherry groves, drink tea and Sake and enjoy music in the delightful
ambience of the blooming Cherry flowers. The Cherry Blossom festivals at Okinawa and at Matsuyama
Castle in Ehime prefecture are the best-known among many flower festivals across Japan. The natural
beauty of the Cherry blossom season is celebrated by the Japanese in their art and music, and even in
the designs of their traditional clothing, the Kimono.

Japanese Kimono: The traditional Japanese costume, the Kimono, is a graceful full-length robe that falls
from the wearer's shoulders to their ankles. The robe is tied around the middle with a sash called the
Obi. Kimonos for special occasions were made of rich fabric such as silk, satin and brocade and feature
designs inspired by nature such as Cherry blossoms, autumn leaves, butterflies and pine trees. Kimonos
are now worn mostly for ceremonial occasions and events such as festivals and marriages.