Japan - the place where the sun rises

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JapanTHE PLACE WHERE THE SUN RISES

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Japan flag
The solar flag is the official state symbol of Japan, one of the most
concise flags in the world. A large red circle is depicted on the
white canvas in the center, symbolizing the rising sun, which in the
Eastern tradition has many meanings, interpretations and traditions.
Japan is a small state, located on more than 6 thousand islands,
with an area of about 378 thousand square kilometers. It is one of
the densely populated countries in the world with a high population
density. Nearly 127 million people live here

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Capital of Japan
Tokyo- a bustling city that mixes modern neon-lit skyscrapers with
traditional temples. Among the trees is the ornate Meiji Shinto Shrine,
famous for its high gates. And in the vast public gardens is the
Imperial Palace. There are many museums in the city
The large Meiji Shinto Shrine stands in the heart of Tokyo, surrounded
by a lush forest park. It is dedicated to Emperor Meiji (1852–1912)
and Empress Shoken, the first ruling couple of modern Japan.

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Japanese automotive industry
The Japanese automotive industry is one of the most famous
industries in the world.

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Samurai
A samurai is a noble warrior who served his master all his life and was
ready to die for him. Samurai were not only knight soldiers. They
were also the bodyguards of their master.
The main weapon of the samurai were two Japanese swords daisho. In the XIV-XIX centuries, these were katana and wakizashi. In
addition, the samurai had to wield a longbow. Samurai armor was
made from many plates tightly laced to each other.

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Sakura
Sakura is the national symbol of Japan. The cherry blossom festival is
one of the most beloved among the Japanese, and for the process
of observing the cherry blossoms they even came up with a special
word - “hanami”