Ancient Japan

4. system A system where land is exchanged for loyalty and service, with the emperor at the top, then shogun, daimyo, samurai, and peasants.
6. Japanese warriors
7. establishing peace, stabilizing agriculture, and increasing urbanization, allowing merchants to become major art patrons
8. role The Emperor is the sacred ruler, believed to be descended from the gods, especially the sun goddess, and is honored as the spiritual leader of the land.
10. The powerful military leader who truly rules the country, commanding armies and making important decisions.
12. enhancing agriculture, developing unique craftsmanship, and facilitating daily life through innovations like Washi paper
13. the main food traded
15. the shared set of beliefs, values, customs, behaviors, and artifacts that define a group and are transmitted through social learning
16. Warriors who serve daimyo, living by honor and fighting to protect their lord and land.
18. Jimmu. the first emperor of ancient japan
20. fake samerias
21. another word for war
22. the main sword in ancient japan

1. the main way of getting food
2. a small island where ancient Japan started
3. Wealthy and powerful landowners who control large areas and serve the shogun with their own armies.
5. The divine ruler of Japan, respected as a symbol of unity and tradition, though not always in control of government.
9. The government led by the shogun, where military rulers control Japan instead of the emperor.
10. warriors Highly trained fighters who serve and protect their lords with loyalty, skill in battle, and great honor.
11. the country
14. code The strict code of honor followed by samurai, teaching loyalty, bravery, respect, and willingness to die for one’s lord.
17. ceremonies A peaceful and respectful ritual of preparing and drinking tea, showing harmony, respect, and simplicity.
19. The spiritual way of life, including beliefs like Shinto (worship of nature and spirits) and Buddhism, guiding how people live and honor gods and ancestors.
23. and calligraphy Beautiful expressions of culture using painting and elegant writing, often inspired by nature, religion, and balance.