Japanese
The people of Japan.
Naming Traditions
Feminine names
Natsuki, Kaoru, Nohara, Poko, Kuniko, Yui
Masculine names
Toshio, Yuzo,
Family names
Kurokawa, Amari, Katsumoto, Tochi
Culture
Major language groups and dialects
Japanese and currently English as well.
Shared customary codes and values
The code of Bushido has affected the modern society of Japan in great ways. Even now books once used to educate warriors are now used to educate businessmen. A good example of this is The Book of Five Rings. Respect is given in many forms. The way one speaks to an elder or a senior member of a company are one in the same and yet entirely different from how one would speak to a peer, friend or younger sibling. You will find that respect is displayed in many ways if one only takes the time to look for it.
Average technological level
Currently, Japan is one of the leading countries in regards to it's technological advancements in Artificial Intelligence and Robotics.
Common Etiquette rules
No public displays of affection. Tipping is actually unheard of and if one tries, your waiter will chase you down the street to return your money to you. One will notice the Japanese people bow to one another regularly, think of it as a form of a hand shake, there is one pivotal difference though, the deeper the bow, the more respect is being given.
Art & Architecture
Due to the lack of space compared to other countries, Japan's current architecture is centralized as being practical and space saving as well as maximizing the use of what space is available. This, however, is not the same of Japan's traditional architecture, which can be simply described as beautiful and awe inspiring.
Ideals
Courtship Ideals
A slow process. Traditionally, the courtship would be similar to what one sees in romantic movies and the like only public displays of affection are out of the question. Current generations are more tolerant of this though.
Relationship Ideals
Both members of the relationship seek to bring honor to the other in word, thought and deed.
Diverged ethnicities
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