Here are some elements of Chinese culture that influenced Japanese culture:
- Buddhism - Introduced from China, it significantly shaped Japanese spirituality and cultural practices.
- Confucianism - Provided a system of ethics and governance that influenced Japanese social structures.
- Writing system - Japan adopted Chinese characters, which were adapted into the Japanese writing systems (Kanji).
- Art and Aesthetics - Chinese painting, poetry, and ceramics influenced Japanese artistic expressions.
- Architecture - Chinese architectural styles influenced traditional Japanese buildings and temples.
- Tea culture - The Chinese tea-drinking customs were adopted and adapted into Japanese tea ceremonies.
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