Where are China and Korea located in relationship to Japan? Why did this location allow for Japan to be influenced by many cultures at once?

Answer 1

Check this map.

http://engwell.wikispaces.com/file/view/asia-map.gif/61610758/asia-map.gif

Answer 2

How would i word the answer though?

Answer 3

You give it a try -- and I'll be glad to correct it if necessary.

Think of the words close and Sea of Japan.