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The History of Japanese Art

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    1. Jomon, Yayoi & Kofun Period Art in Japan
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    The art of Neolithic Jomon and the Protohistoric Yayoi and Kofun periods of Japan is covered in this lesson perfect for art history fans and art aficionados!

    The art of Neolithic Jomon and the Protohistoric Yayoi and Kofun periods of Japan is covered in this lesson perfect for art history fans and art aficionados!

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    2. Asuka and Nara Period Art in Japan
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    Both the influence of China's Tang Dynasty, and the rise of Buddhism, had a significant impact on Japanese art during the Asuka and Nara period, discussed here.

    Both the influence of China's Tang Dynasty, and the rise of Buddhism, had a significant impact on Japanese art during the Asuka and Nara period, discussed here.

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    3. Early Heian Period Art in Japan
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    Wondering about the meeting of Buddhism and Japanese art? In this art history lesson on the Heian Period in Japan, learn why this era was peaceful and artistic.

    Wondering about the meeting of Buddhism and Japanese art? In this art history lesson on the Heian Period in Japan, learn why this era was peaceful and artistic.

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    4. Mid- and Late-Heian Period Art in Japan
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    In this lesson discover an in-depth discussion of the history of mid- and late-Heian period Japan, which was filled with advances in culture, society, and art.

    In this lesson discover an in-depth discussion of the history of mid- and late-Heian period Japan, which was filled with advances in culture, society, and art.

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    5. Kamakura Period Art in Japan
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    Kamakura period art in Japan was created amidst power struggles and political turmoil, as power started to shift from the nobility to military men and samurai.

    Kamakura period art in Japan was created amidst power struggles and political turmoil, as power started to shift from the nobility to military men and samurai.

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Pilena C
Amazing! Can you please give us a lesson of samurais, please?
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Stephen S
Can I take you out to a nice restaurant sometime??
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