Exploring the East: Japanese Journey

Exploring the History of the Japanese Language Ever wondered how the Japanese language came to be? How it evolved and how it influences Japanese culture today? Then buckle up and get ready to explore the fascinating history of the Japanese language! The Japanese language is said to have existed as early as the 4th century CE. It is believed to have developed from Old Korean language as it was passed onto the Japanese people. The Korean language in turn is considered to be a relative of the Altaic language family, which includes Turkish, Mongolian and Manchu. This means that Japanese language has the same core linguistic structures like those language functions. The development of the Japanese language from the 4th to 9th century is referred to as Old or Ancient Japanese. At this time, the language had no scripts of its own, and instead was written in Chinese characters. The Chinese characters were adapted to represent the sounds of the language by adding diacritical marks as pronuncia...

Geisha culture and its influence on Japan's history Since time immemorial, Geisha have been some of the most iconic figures in all of Japan. Despite their mysterious and often misunderstood nature, Geisha are deeply rooted in Japan and play an integral role in the country's culture and history. But what is a Geisha? How did Geisha culture come to be and how has it had an impact on Japan over the years? Keep reading to find out! What is a Geisha? Geisha are female entertainers—dancers, singers, and musicians—who are highly trained in the art of traditional Japanese dance, songs, and classical instruments. They usually wear elaborate kimonos, white-painted faces, and sometimes traditional elaborate hairstyles. Though their purpose has shifted over time, Geisha were originally known for entertaining upper-class Japanese men during banquets and gatherings by providing conversation, singing, and dancing. The Origins of Geisha Culture The origins of Geisha culture can be traced ba...