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1. [N.A.] [N.D.] Japanese Culture Articles Retrieved December 1, 2010 from http://www.chinatownconnection.com/japanese-culture.htm Aikido is not meant to kill but to distract, divert attention, or imoblize the person. Ueshiba created Aikido from the principles of Daitoryu aiki-jujutsu.But what ultimately separates aikido from other forms of martial arts is the fact that its practitioners can attack while empty-handed. Practitioners need no weapons for protection.As a young child, Ueshiba was much into physical fitness and conditioning. That is all the information I got from this website

2.[NA] [2009] Buzzle.com Retrieved December 1, 2010 from [] Japan is a country of diverse customs and culture, while on the other hand, it is one of the most technologically advanced countries in the world. This is what makes it so unique, the mix of tradition and modernity, that results in a wonderful blend that appeals most to tourists and people belonging to different countries. In this article we will delve into the Japanese culture and customs, to understand what sets this country apart from others. When greeting one another they almost always bow to each other. Bows should only last 2-3 seconds. Thats all tha information I got from this website. 3[.N.A.] [N.D.] Kids Web Japan Retrieved December 1, 2010 from []

Traditional performing arts in Japan are kabuki, noh, kyogen, and bunraku. Kabuki is known for the rhythm of the lines spoken by the actors, wild costumes, colorful makeup or kumadori, and mechanical devices to achieve special effects on stage. Noh is Japan's oldest type of theater. The story is told through dialogue, singing and dance. Kyogen is funny, comedy in the theater. It is seen with noh performances. Bunraku is a type of puppet show that is performed with music and singing. The music is played on the shamisen, a three-stringed instrument.