Question

Japan borrowed cultural elements from its neighbors, but during the Heian period a national culture developed. An example of this was
A.
political customs, such as the title, "Heavenly Emperor."
B.
important works of literature, such as The Tale of Genji.
C.
architecture, such as the capital buildings at Nara.
D.
crafts, such as ceramic pottery, for use in Shinto ceremonies.

Answer 1

B. important works of literature, such as The Tale of Genji.

During the Heian period a uniquely Japanese court culture emerged — including kana writing and a flowering of native literature (Murasaki Shikibu’s The Tale of Genji is the classic example).