Japanese culture

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Across
  1. 4. Traditional Japanese room with tatami mats and sliding doors.
  2. 5. They paint their faces but hide no lies.
  3. 6. A portable shrine carried during Japanese festivals.
  4. 11. A Japanese doll festival held annually in March.
  5. 12. A classical form of Japanese dance-drama.
  6. 13. Japanese alcoholic beverage made from fermented rice.
  7. 14. A long and curved sword wielded by samurai.
  8. 15. A famous Japanese castle, known as the “White Heron Castle.”
  9. 17. Traditional Japanese tea ceremony, emphasizing mindfulness and respect.
Down
  1. 1. The art of paper folding, turning paper into beautiful shapes.
  2. 2. A Japanese food made of grilled skewered chicken.
  3. 3. A savory taste found in soy sauce and miso.
  4. 7. An island in Japan, home to a peace memorial and atomic bomb museum.
  5. 8. Traditional Japanese footwear made of wood or straw.
  6. 9. Ancient warriors with a strict code.
  7. 10. Japanese hot springs, known for relaxation and healing.
  8. 13. Symbol of fleeting beauty, its petals fall in spring.
  9. 14. Traditional attire, wrap it carefully.
  10. 16. A Japanese martial art that focuses on throws and joint locks.