2. **How does Japanese calligraphy (shodo) differ from Chinese calligraphy, and what role does it play in both historical and contemporary Japanese culture?
3. **What impact did Zen Buddhism have on the development of Japanese ink wash painting (sumi-e), and how is this art form distinct from other painting styles in Japan?
4. **In what ways did the tea ceremony (chanoyu) influence Japanese ceramic art, and what are some key styles or types of ceramics associated with this cultural practice?
5. **How has anime and manga, as modern Japanese art forms, evolved to reflect changes in Japanese society, and what role do they play on the global stage?
How did the development and influence of Zen Buddhism shape the aesthetics and themes of Japanese art, particularly in disciplines such as gardening, tea ceremonies, and ink painting?
What are the distinguishing characteristics of Ukiyo-e, the traditional Japanese woodblock print art form, and how did it impact both Japanese society and Western art movements in the 19th and 20th...
In what ways do contemporary Japanese artists balance traditional techniques and modern influences in their work, and who are some notable figures in today's Japanese art scene?
How did the social and political changes during the Meiji Restoration impact the art created in Japan, and what are some examples of art forms or styles that emerged during this period?
