LESSON 9.1 Overview
INQUIRY QUESTION How has the Japanese way of life and the roles and relationships of different groups changed over time? Japan is a nation with a rich heritage and culture, and throughout its history, the Japanese islands have influenced the world. Currently, Japan is one of Australia’s key trading partners for goods such as electronics and precious materials. Throughout different periods, Japan has sought to limit external influences. Presently, citizenship is granted primarily to the children of Japanese citizens. This policy has allowed Japan to maintain and develop its distinctive culture and way of life. Today, Japan is recognised for both its traditional arts, including painting and calligraphy, and its modern innovations.
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Digital document Key terms glossary Video eLesson Japan under the sh̄oguns
798 Kyomizu-dera (Pure Water Temple) constructed
1274 and 1281 Mongol armies unsuccessfully attempt to invade Japan
794 Emperor’s court moves from Nara to Heian-ky ō (modern-day Kyoto)
1252 Great Buddha statue installed at Kamakura
1180–1185 Genpei War
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Heian period 794–1185 Noble Fujiwara family at the height of its political power Flowering of art and literature, especially poetry
Kamakura period 1185–1333 Minamoto no Yoritomo becomes shogun and puts Japan under military control
Use of phonetic kana scripts Rise of samurai military class
The Pillow Book is written by Sei Shonagon The Tale of Genji is written by Murasaki Shikibu
208 Jacaranda Humanities Alive 8 Victorian Curriculum Third Edition
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