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bricks are reminiscent of the raked sand found in Japanese gardens.( Source: http://www.blueofthesky.com/publicart/works/garden.htm) Although Noguchi found inspiration for Sunken Garden in traditional Japanese gardens, in particular the garden at the Ryoan-ji Temple in Kyoto, Noguchi veered from tradition in many aspects of his design and created a perfect blend of traditional and contemporary garden design. The so called sunken garden is also a piece of art in itself. Noguchi chose what he wanted to

Tōdaiji Tōdaiji, also known as Eastern Great Temple and Kinshōsenji, is a Buddhist temple located in the city of Nara, Japan. Tōdaiji was founded in the early 8th century by Emperor Shomu. Tōdai-ji was built as an appeasement for Prince Motoi, his first son with his Fujiwara clan because Prince Motoi died a year after his birth. (UNESCO) In 743, Emperor Shōmu issued a law in that stated that the people should become directly involved with the establishment of new Buddha temples throughout Japan

strongly held belief in Mishima's life, such as how the protagonist in Runaway Horses is also obsessed with returning Japan to its imperial past. The movie showcases several different characteristics of Japanese culture, such as the importance of Kinkaku-ji, the carrying of swords, and sexuality. Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters was directed and primarily produced by Americans, including the famous George Lucas serving as an executive producer. This could be surprising to some viewers because the film

Located at the Horyu-ji temple, the Shaka Triad, also known as the Shaka Trinity, stands 3.82 meters high from the base of the pedestal to the tip of the mandorla. The stature was created out of gilded bronze in several pieces before being put together, and consists of the

I'm absolutely certain that Kykuit is the oldest best kept mansion out there. Constructed in 1913 Kykuit is a historic mansion where onced lived John D. Rockefeller and the family . Who were known for industrial, political, and banking family that owns one of the world's largest fortunes. Kykuit is a six story stone mansion that has been up for more than 100 years. The house has a underground art gallery collection from as far as the 20th century. That contains the artist Pablo Picasso, Henry Moore

result in death? In the memoir Red Scarf Girl, Ji-li describes how everybody had dutifully followed Chairman Mao and took action in helping the Communist Party. On the other hand, others flouted the Party. During the events of the Cultural Revolution, Ji-li Jiang has self-conflicts about her true beliefs. Ji-li once believed in the kindness of the Communist Party and had confidence that the Cultural Revolution would benefit the fate of China. However, Ji-li’s beliefs soon change from following the footsteps

Those being oppressed by their government must find a way to keep a sense of themselves and their beliefs despite others attempts to change them. In the Hairdresser of Harare by Tendai Huchu, Dumisani is a gay man in a country that heavily discriminates against homosexuality. Dumi is under constant threat of having his sexuality discovered and being punished by torture or imprisonment. Despite this fear, he is able to overcome the disdain his society holds in order to embrace who he truly is, “You

In the Red Scarf Girl book, teacher Zhang tells Ji-LI Jiang that “We cannot choose our families or our class status. But we can choose our futures… You are still an educable child.” He meant that just because Ji-Li grandpa was a one of the richest landlords in the city and to everyone by default Ji-Li and her family was considered “Four old.” Which means old customs, ideas, culture, and habits. The worst thing to be considered during those times of 1966 in China because it could lead to you and

“Something is WRONG, why can’t I find my Iphone!!!” The year was 1954 September 23rd, my 32nd Birthday. I was really nervous about something very important, this was my first annual family reunion. Some of the people coming to this event are Mary Kelly and her cute golden retriever Sir Rocky. Mrs Agothy and her husband Mr Mathers and their two children Nick and Tiffany. Finally Mr Atom with his only son Aaron. Oh, and I forgot one person, Crazy Aunt Gretchen. They're all coming to my wooden mansion

“So this is where he works?” I asked through gritted teeth, staring at Blake from across the table. He told me everything there was to know about Talia Evers the other day, along with several fun facts about Staten Island that I would’ve been happy not knowing. Him being him, he seemed to have a natural knack for knowing girls better than they knew themselves. But when he brought up her older brother, who I remembered as her uninvited ‘guest’ to my birthday party, things took an interesting turn