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What does cherry blossom symbolize?
Mortality and the beauty of life's fleeting moments.
What is the significance of Ginkakuji (銀閣寺)?
A dark wooden temple in Kyoto that exemplifies wabi-sabi.
What is the significance of Kinkakuji (金閣寺)?
A gold temple in Kyoto, flashier than Ginkakuji, used to contrast with wabi-sabi.
What is the cultural significance of Hanami?
It's a time for picnics, enjoying the beauty of sakura, and appreciating life's cycle.
Explain the phrase 'Hana yori dango'.
It teases those who enjoy the food more than the flowers during hanami, but it's about enjoying both.
What is the main principle of wabi-sabi?
Finding beauty in simplicity and imperfection.
How does Japanese culture view aging?
They appreciate the signs of aging and the rich history they represent.
How does wabi-sabi contrast with Western aesthetics?
Western cultures value boldness, while Japanese culture values subtle and simple features.
What is the global connection of cherry blossoms?
Over 3,000 sakura trees were gifted by Japan to Washington D.C. in 1912, symbolizing friendship.
What is the purpose of Hanami?
To enjoy the beauty of cherry blossoms.
What does Hanami reflect about Buddhist values?
It reflects the Buddhist value of accepting life's natural cycle.
What is the meaning of 'Utsukushii (美しい)'?
Beautiful
What is the meaning of 'Shizen (自然)'?
Natural
What is the meaning of 'Jinsei (人生)'?
Life
What is the meaning of 'Kantan (簡単)'?
Easy, simple
What is the meaning of 'Keiken (経験)'?
Experience
What is the meaning of 'Ninki (人気)'?
Popular
What is the meaning of 'Kuraberu (比べる)'?
To compare
What is the meaning of 'Kenbutsu (見物)'?
To visit
What is the meaning of 'Kankō (観光)'?
Sightseeing
What is 'Sakura (桜)'?
Cherry blossoms
What is 'Dango (だんご)'?
Sweet rice flour balls, popular during hanami.
What is 'Hanami (花見)'?
The traditional Japanese custom of flower viewing.
What is 'Wabi-Sabi (わびさび)'?
Mindful appreciation of things in their natural state.