South Asia Satellite View of South Asia The Size of South Asia.
Culture of South and SE Asia SSWG5 The student will describe the interaction of physical and human...
-
Upload
olivia-sullivan -
Category
Documents
-
view
215 -
download
0
Transcript of Culture of South and SE Asia SSWG5 The student will describe the interaction of physical and human...
Culture of South and SE Asia
SSWG5
The student will describe the interaction of physical and human systems that have shaped contemporary South Asia, Southeastern Asia, and Eastern Asia.d. Describe the various ethnic and religious groups in the region and the affect of geography on their development and their major customs and traditions.
g. Describe the Pacific Rim and its cultural, political, and economic significance.
Culture
4 cultures we will examine:
1. China
2. Tibet
3. Japan
4. Philippines
China/Culture
Many different cultures due to large population 1.3 billion people
Most people are Han Chinese 70% of population
Most people speak Mandarin Many different dialects
China/Foods Rice, noodles,
and breads are most eaten
Food and cooking changes from region to region Sichuan food:
spicy w/ chilies North China: roast
duck
Tea is the most popular drink
3 Religions of China
1. Taoism/Daoism2. Confucianism3. Buddhism
Taoism/Daoism:
Created in China in 500 B.C.
Belief—natural order to the universe
Goal—live simple life in harmony w/ the flow of nature
Dao—means “the way”
3 Religions of China continuedConfucianism:
Comes from teachings of Confucius
Code of ethics
Focuses on rules for family, loyalty, duty, & education Relationships—EX: father/son,
husband/wife
Has spread to Japan, North & South Korea, & Vietnam
3 Religions of China continuedBuddhism:
Appeared in northern India around 6th century B.C.
Founder was Siddhartha Gautama also known as Buddha
Siddhartha gave up wealth to find true meaning of life & became enlightened
Basic ideas of Buddhism: Give up pain, sorrow, & material things Reach wisdom, then achieve nirvana
Religion found in Tibet
Tibet Located on Plateau of Tibet
Became a kingdom in the 600’s with Buddhism as state religion
Led by Dali Lamas
Dali Lamas: believed to be reincarnation of Buddhist Masters who have chosen to be reborn & teach humanity Spiritual and political leaders
of Tibet
Tibet continued
Independent kingdom until 1950 Conquered by China
Wants independence
Stories of massive killings & torture of Tibetans by Chinese government
Japan/Culture Many parts of Japanese culture started in
China Ex: customs, food, architecture, and religion
99% of population is Japanese 1% is Korean or Chinese
Official language -- Japanese
Writing uses Chinese characters & Japanese symbols
Buddhism & Shintoism are major religions
Shintoism: worship of natural spirits and ancestors
Japan/Culture continued
Main food is rice Eaten most meals
Fish are a major source of protein Sushi and Sashimi are popular Sashimi: thin slices of raw fish
Japan/Culture continued Strong family ties
Great respect for elders
Kimono: traditional dress Worn on special
occasions
Kabuki: Japanese theater Uses colorful costumes
and makeup
Japan/Education
Excellent education system
Minimum of 9 years of public school Kindergarten can be 1-3 years
Must learn Japanese, math, science, and English
Elementary and middle school are free Must pay for Kindergarten and High School
Philippines
Island in SE Asia
People called Filipinos 90% of the people are Malaysian ethnicity
Culture based on traditional, U.S. and Spanish traditions
Philippines continued Official religion is Roman
Catholic
2 official languages:1. English2. Tagalog
Most food are built around boiled and steamed rice
Balut: boiled duck still in the egg
Jeepney: U.S. army jeeps converted into giant taxis