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Ceramics - With the country’s abundant supply of raw product and it’s very diverse history of learning different techniques, glazes and finishes, Japanese ceramics are overwhelmingly of wide range. Some of it are even very affordable.

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Furniture- Furniture has never been a focal point of the Japanese decorative arts. Japan was one of the few civilizations that did not develop many specialized furniture forms. It has utilized little furniture and used the interior architecture of the house to satisfy the aesthetic and social requirements that furniture has served in many societies.

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Home - Several years ago, Europeans regarded Japanese houses as “rabbit cages” because unlike Western structures where houses are built in at least a 100 square meter perimeter, a typical Japanese dwelling place hardly make up 40 square meters.  Yet, in spite of all that space or lack thereof, the Japanese seem to be very comfortable living in it. An average Japanese family has about 3 to 4 people per household, living under the 40 square meter space. However, interestingly, they still manage to live contentedly in their homes.

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Anywhere you go in the world, being invited to one's home is considered an honor. Cultural differences are quite marked between countries, however. Japan is one of the most culturally rich nations in the world.

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Pets - Pets are domesticated animals that serve as man’s living companions. Originally kept for security, pets now serve other functions which already include giving comfort and emotional security to its owner. Although anybody can own a pet, there are some places that, due to existing cultural or physical conditions, impose heavy restrictions on pet owners.

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Recipes - Refined, elegant, exquisite yet humble. These are just some of the few words to describe Japanese food. Like the Japanese culture, Japanese cuisine is rich, diverse and intriguing as well.

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Textiles - One could never find a race that gave a deeper sense of value to its textiles than the Japanese. Japanese textiles, coined as Orimono, enjoy a special status in the country’s rich history, especially when you’re looking at the societies that were formed throughout the different eras.

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Toys - One may have an idea of Japan’s colourful culture through its toys. Although Japan has several types of toys some dating back to 981 AD, the spirit and history of Japan are always reflected on these toys.

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Wedding - Japanese wedding is one of the most unique and traditionally rich weddings in the world. The traditional Japanese wedding is definitely a very memorable once in a lifetime experience for Japanese couples from the moment of proposal, family acceptance, ceremonial toasts, preparations, the conduct of traditional ceremony and down to the of reception and party.

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