Northeast China: Hokkaido | Aomori Prefecture | Iwate Prefecture | Miyagi Prefecture | Akita Prefecture | Yamagata Prefecture | Fukushima Prefecture
Kanto: Tokyo | Ibaraki Prefecture | Tochigi Prefecture | Gunma Prefecture | saitama | Chiba Prefecture | Kanagawa Prefecture | Yamanashi Prefecture
Central: Niigata | Toyama | Ishikawa | Fukui | Nagano | Gifu | Shizuoka | Aichi | Triple.
Feng Jingen: Kyoto Prefecture | Osaka Prefecture | Mie Prefecture | Shiga Prefecture | Hyogo Prefecture | Nara Prefecture | Wakayama Prefecture
China: Tottori Prefecture | Shimane Prefecture | Okayama Prefecture | Hiroshima Prefecture | Yamaguchi Prefecture
Shikoku: Tokushima Prefecture | Kagawa Prefecture | Ehime Prefecture | Kochi Prefecture
Kyushu: Fukuoka | Saga | Nagasaki | Kumamoto | Oita | Miyazaki | Kashima.
Ryukyu Islands: Okinawa Prefecture (In order to realize its containment strategy at the end of World War II, the United States placed the Diaoyu Islands under the administration of the United States. 1971June, the United States returned Diaoyu Island to Japan together with Okinawa. It was in accordance with this agreement that Japan took over the Diaoyu Islands in the second year. )
Note: Diaoyu Island has been the territory of China since ancient times.
[Edit this paragraph] Politics
Japan is a constitutional monarchy country, and the constitution stipulates that "sovereignty lies with the people", while the emperor is "a symbol of unity between Japan and the people". Like most constitutional monarchy countries in the world, the Japanese emperor has only the name of head of state and no real political power, but he is highly respected by the people.
Japan's political system is divided into three powers: legislative power belongs to bicameral parliament; Judicial power belongs to the court, that is, the court; Executive power belongs to the cabinet, local public organizations and central provincial offices.
According to the Constitution, the highest organ of state power is the National Assembly, with 480 seats in the House of Representatives and 242 seats in the Senate. Voters are nationals over the age of 20.
Since 1955, the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) has been in power for a long time, but it was briefly replaced by an opponent from 1993 to 1996, and has been in power since 1996. Other opposition parties include the Democratic Party of Japan, the Social Democratic Party of Japan and Japan. At present, the coalition government of Japan's Liberal Democratic Party and Komeito Party is in power.
Constitution:
Japan's current Constitution came into effect on May 3, 1947. According to the constitution, the state implements a parliamentary cabinet system based on the separation of legislative, judicial and administrative powers; The emperor is a symbol of Japan and Japanese nationals as a whole and has no right to participate in state affairs; "Forever renounce the use of state power to wage war, threaten or use force as a means to resolve international disputes. In order to achieve this goal, Japan does not maintain land, sea, air force and other war forces, and does not recognize the right of the country to engage in war "(Article 9).
Political parties:
After the war, Japan implemented "party politics", and various political parties representing different classes and strata were restored or established one after another. At present, the main political parties participating in parliamentary activities are the Liberal Democratic Party, the Democratic Party, the Komeito Party, Japan and the Social Democratic Party. The current ruling party is the Liberal Democratic Party, and the Prime Minister is Taro Aso, replacing Yasuo Fukuda who resigned in early September 2008. Before becoming prime minister, Aso had a tough stance on China and was a right-winger. The analysis pointed out that the election of Aso may increase the instability of Sino-Japanese relations.
[Edit this paragraph] Diplomacy
When peaceful diplomacy failed, Japan used force to solve international disputes.
1. External relations
In recent years, Japan's diplomacy has shown a comprehensive and enterprising trend. Actively carry out great power diplomacy, rely more on the United States, strengthen Japan-US security cooperation, and strive to stabilize relations with China, deepen relations with ASEAN, strengthen relations with Europe, and improve Japan-Russia and Japan-DPRK relations. Actively participate in regional and international political, economic and security affairs, and strive to become a permanent member of the UN Security Council.
[Edit this paragraph] Cultural tradition
Japan's unique geographical conditions and long history have given birth to a unique Japanese culture. Sakura, kimono, haiku and samurai, sake and Shintoism constitute two aspects of traditional Japan-chrysanthemum and sword. There are famous "three paths" in Japan, namely, Japanese folk tea ceremony, flower path and book path.
Tea ceremony, also known as tea soup (tea tasting), has been loved by the upper class as an aesthetic ceremony since ancient times. Tea ceremony is a unique tea ceremony and social etiquette. Nowadays, the tea ceremony is widely accepted by the general public. It is used to train attention or cultivate manners. Many schools in Japan teach various techniques of tea ceremony, and many hotels also have tea rooms, where you can easily enjoy tea ceremony performances. However, the Japanese tea ceremony was finally introduced to Japan from China during the Zhenguan period of the Tang Dynasty. In ancient times, Japan had contacts with China. During the prosperous Tang Dynasty, a large number of Japanese envoys came to China and were deeply influenced by China. The Japanese call "China is the hometown of Japanese tea ceremony".
The flower path was born as a technology to replicate wild flowers in tea rooms. Because of the different rules and methods of exhibition, flower patterns can be divided into more than 20 schools, and many schools in Japan teach the skills of various flower patterns. In addition, in hotels, department stores, public facilities halls and other places, you can enjoy the beautifully decorated art of flower arrangement.
Sumo originated from the religious ceremony of Japanese Shintoism. People hold competitions for the god of harvest in temples, hoping to bring a good harvest. In Nara and heian period, sumo was a court sport, but in Kamakura and Warring States, sumo became a part of samurai training. Professional sumo began in the18th century, which is very similar to the present sumo competition. Shinto ceremony emphasizes sumo, and the purpose of stamping before the game is to drive away the evil spirits in the venue, but also to relax the muscles. Salt should be sprinkled on the scene to achieve the purpose of purification, because Shinto believes that salt can drive away ghosts. Sumo is played on the table. The whole table is square with a circle in the middle and a diameter of 4.55 meters. During the competition, two Lux wore a bun and a pocket belt almost naked on the stage. During the game, Lux shall not touch the surface of the table except the sole of the foot, and shall not go beyond the circle. The game can be decided in a minute or two or even a few seconds. The sumo referee consists of six people. The referee is the "secretary" with the folding fan, and the other five people are in the front row, the east row, the west row and the referee's seat respectively. The highest rank of Hercules is "Yokozuna". Here are the Grand View, Guan Wei, Summary and Neck Front. These four grades are called "in-screen" and belong to the upper layer of the soil. Similarly, there are twelve scenes, in addition to three lower-level projects and three preambular paragraphs. Students in the preface and the second paragraph can only do odd jobs such as fetching water and sweeping the floor. Only after the third paragraph, the master will teach some skills, while the students in the twelfth paragraph are professional sumo wrestlers, known as "Lux". They not only have salaries, but also can participate in various competitions to win bonuses. There are very few players who can reach the Guanxiehe mark. Once a sumo wrestler arrives in Yokozuna, he can almost be said to be the pinnacle of the Japanese sumo world, and he will enjoy supreme glory for life. At present, there are only 68 Yokozuna in Japanese sumo history; Sumo is different from many sports, and its level is uncertain. If you don't participate in the competition or fail, your level will drop.
Kimono is the name of traditional Japanese national costume. It is also called "persistence" in Japan. Kimono is made by imitating the clothing styles and Wu clothes of China in Sui and Tang Dynasties, so it is called "Wu clothes" and "Tang clothes" in Japan. Kimono is a western name for martial arts. Now the Japanese have accepted this name, but many shops selling kimonos still write "martial arts". In the 8th and 9th centuries, tang style was once popular in Japan. Although it has changed in the future and formed a unique Japanese style, it still contains some characteristics of ancient Chinese clothing. The difference in style and color of women's kimonos is a sign to distinguish age and marriage. For example, unmarried girls wear tight sleeves and married women wear wide sleeves; Comb "Teru Shimada" hairstyle (bowl-shaped, one of Japanese hairstyles). The girl is wearing a red collar shirt and a bun, and the housewife is wearing a simple shirt. Kimono doesn't need buttons, just a knotted belt. There are many kinds of belts, and their knotting methods are also different. A widely used knotting method is called "Taikoo Knot". There is a core made of paper or cloth at the waist knot, which looks like a square box. This is the decoration behind the kimono that we often see. Because tying knots is very troublesome, there are ready-made "improvement belts" and "cultural belts" after the war. Although Japanese daily clothes have long been replaced by suits, kimono is still recognized as a necessary dress for weddings, celebrations, traditional flower patterns, tea ceremony and other grand social occasions.
Judo enjoys a high reputation all over the world. The basic principle of judo is not to attack, but to use the opponent's strength to protect the body. The grade of judo athletes is indicated by the color of the belt (primary: white/advanced: black). Judo is the development of boxing in China, which originated from Shaolin. At the end of Ming Dynasty, China martial arts expert Chen Yuanzan introduced China traditional martial arts into Fusang (modern edition) and became a pioneer of modern judo in the world.
Kendo is a Japanese fencing sport, which originated from the important martial arts fencing of samurai. According to strict rules, participants wear special protective equipment and stab each other's head, body and fingertips with bamboo knives.
Karate is a fighting sport introduced to Japan from China via Ryukyu Kingdom (now Okinawa). Karate does not use any weapons, only fists and feet. Compared with other fighting sports, karate is a practical form of sports.
At first, Aikido was just a kind of exercise to practice "shape", and its basic idea was not to use force against power. Compared with judo and karate, Aikido, as a mental exercise and fitness exercise, is very popular with the elderly and women.
Calligraphy, when it comes to calligraphy, I believe many people will think that it is a unique art in China. In fact, calligraphy is not only popular in Japan, but also one of the ways for people to cultivate their nature. In ancient Japan, calligraphy was called "Tathagata" or "calligraphy", and the word "calligraphy" did not appear until the Edo period (17th century). In Japan, the popularity of writing Chinese characters with a brush should be after the introduction of Buddhism. Monks and Buddhists copied scriptures with a brush, imitating China.
Noko is a traditional japanese theatre and one of the oldest existing plays in the world. Nengju originated from ancient dance drama forms and various festival dramas held in Japanese shrines and monasteries in the12nd century or13rd century. "Neng" means talent or skill. Actors hint at the essence of the story through facial expressions and body movements, rather than showing it. Now this kind of drama still has strong vitality in Japan.
Kabuki, like Nobuko, is one of the most representative traditional dramas in Japan. Like Beijing Opera in China, it is a comprehensive stage art centered on music and dance, which consists of lines, songs and martial arts scenes. Kabuki originated from a woman named "Izumo Afghanistan" at the beginning of17th century. She was very good at performing social customs at that time and was very popular with people. However, since then, with the changes of the times, kabuki has been changed to all roles played by men and even women, and this tradition has continued to this day.
Sushi is a kind of food made of sashimi (さしみ), raw shrimp and sashimi powder. , mixed with rice, vinegar, seafood, horseradish, etc. , and knead into rice balls. There are many kinds of sushi, not less than hundreds, and sushi in different regions also has different characteristics. Most of them are prepared with rice and vinegar first, then wrapped with fish, meat and eggs, and wrapped with seaweed or bean skin. When eating raw fish sushi, drink Japanese green tea or sake. They have a special flavor.
[Edit this paragraph] Economy
Japan's economy is highly developed, its national living standard is high, and its per capita gross national product (GDP per capita) exceeds 40,000 US dollars, ranking among the top in the world. It is one of the richest, most developed and highest living standards countries in the world. In terms of GDP, according to the international exchange rate, the GDP is second only to the United States in the world, reaching 52,900 trillion US dollars (2007). Per capita GDP ranks 65438+ 04th in the world. If calculated by purchasing power parity, GDP ranks third in the world (after the United States and China), and per capita GDP ranks 16 in the world. In addition, Japan is the second largest creditor country in the world; By the end of 2004, Japan's overseas net assets reached US$ 65,438+0.8 trillion, which is also the largest in the world.
[Edit this paragraph] Customs and habits
Greetings between Japanese people are basically expressed by bowing. When standing, put your feet together, stand upright and bow your head. From general salute to upper body to 90-degree bow. According to the degree of etiquette, the angle of bow is varied. In the room covered with "たたみ" (tatami), you must sit down and salute. Bend your upper body in a "front seat" posture, put your hands on the ground in front, and then bow your head.
Generally speaking, Japanese people don't touch each other's bodies when they salute, and traditionally there is no habit of shaking hands. Japanese sometimes shake hands, but mostly on special occasions such as foreigners, candidates and voters, or stars and fans.
Sitting posture: In schools and companies, people usually sit in chairs. But at home, the Japanese still maintain the traditional life of sitting on tatami. Recently, in ordinary families, the number of western-style bedrooms and restaurants has increased, so the younger generation who don't sit on tatami has gradually increased.
Wave: Gently release the palm of your hand and swing your wrist back and forth from the front to your sides several times. This method can be used regardless of gender and age. But it is impolite to wave to people with high status and qualifications, and we should try our best to avoid it.
Self: it means "that's me" and "is it me?" When waiting for meaning, point your index finger at your nose.
Long live: this is a gesture of raising your hand to show your happiness when you win the game or meet with good luck. In most cases, everyone cheers "Long live" at the same time to express their feelings of celebrating luck and wishing happiness.
[Edit this paragraph] Holidays
New Year's Day-65438+1 October1has always been a folk custom to celebrate the New Year, but it was designated as a national holiday in 1948. According to traditional customs, "Big Black Day" (New Year's Eve) is a day of cleaning. Pine, bamboo and plum ("Songmen") are placed in front of the door (now replaced by pictures) to show good luck. After dinner on New Year's Eve, the whole family ate noodles (buckwheat noodles). After dinner, while waiting for the New Year bell to ring, they watch TV programs specially broadcast for the New Year, which is called "Shounian". Eat assorted rice (rice cake soup), Tu Su wine and "Yujie dishes" (all kinds of delicious and festive dishes) for breakfast on New Year's Day. Generally, there are 5-7 days off on New Year's Day. Adult Day-the second Monday of 1 month every year, 1948, is designated as a national holiday. According to Japanese law: 20 years old is an adult. On this day, all young people over the age of 20 should dress up for the adult celebration ceremony. And take this day as a new starting point of life and begin to have the rights and obligations to fulfill the law. People's Republic of China (PRC)'s founding anniversary-Japanese myths and legends February 1 1, 660 BC. After Emperor Jimmu unified Japan in February 1 1, Japan was founded and became the first emperor of Japan. In the old days (before the end of World War II), it was called "Era Festival", which was abolished in 1945 and renamed after it was restored in 1966.
Date of establishment-February 1 1
19665438+February, Sato's Cabinet proposed that February 1 1 day be designated as the anniversary of the founding of People's Republic of China (PRC), and it will be implemented in the following year. In February 660 BC, 1 1, the first emperor succeeded to the throne after the founding of People's Republic of China (PRC). It is the New Year's Day of the first year of the ancient emperor Jim calculated according to the solar calendar.
Sakura Festival-March 65438 +05
Cherry blossoms bloom in spring and March. Japanese people think that cherry blossoms have the spirit of elegance, rigidity, beauty, simplicity and independence. They regard cherry blossoms as a symbol of hard work, courage and wisdom. Generally speaking, Japanese people will choose to travel and enjoy cherry blossoms at this time, which is also an excellent time to praise nature and relax. However, the flowering period of the same plant cannot be on the same day, and there is always a sequence; Moreover, the flowering period of cherry blossoms is very short, so in the cherry blossom viewing month in March,15 (mid-March) was chosen as the cherry blossom festival (at this time, most of the cherry blossoms are in full bloom, and the early cherry blossoms have not been completely thanked).
Sakura is the national flower of Japan. "Ask the soul of Yamato and watch the cherry blossoms at sunrise." Cherry blossoms in Japan have a history of 1000 years. The Japanese believe that life is short, and living should be as brilliant as cherry blossoms. Moreover, cherry blossoms are warm, pure and noble. After the severe winter, they first bring the news of spring. Therefore, the Japanese government has designated March 15 to April 15 as the "Cherry Blossom Festival" every year. At this time, people bring their relatives, invite friends, sit on the floor under the cherry trees, enjoy cherry blossoms and drink, which is really a great pleasure in life.
March 3rd Daughter's Day
Pray for girls to grow up healthily and get happiness.
Equinox-March 20th
Formerly known as "Spring Imperial Sacrifice", it was the day when the emperor worshipped his ancestors in spring, and the Japanese also carried out grave-sweeping activities to worship their ancestors on this day. This day is also a day to praise nature and care for life.
Green Festival-April 29th
It turns out that Hirohito's birthday
Constitution Day-May 3rd
1May 3, 947, the Japanese Constitution was implemented.
Boys' Day-May 5th
I wish boys grow sturdily. 1948 has been designated as a national holiday (formerly known as "Dragon Boat Festival"), and now it is a boy's holiday. On this day, all families with boys hang carps (called "carp flags") on the roofs, stick calamus leaves on the doors, and eat jiaozi together.
Summer Festival-August 15
On this day, the government will hold a commemorative parade and the government and its non-governmental organizations will hold many performances. People will put on beautiful kimonos, go shopping, buy things, and participate in recreational activities (that is, gardens as China said); The surrounding stores will also be decorated on this day and carry out various special activities. The primitive custom of this temple fair originally came from China, and later spread to Japan. Combined with Japanese local culture, today's various commemorative activities have gradually formed Japan's own national cultural characteristics.
Orchid Festival-the fifteenth day of the seventh lunar month
It is held on the fifteenth day of the seventh lunar month. Bonihara Festival is the largest traditional festival among Japanese people, also known as "Soul Festival", "Lantern Festival" and "Buddhist All Souls Association". At first, it was a day to worship ancestors and pray for blessings, but now it is a festival for family reunion and happy villages. Every Kogasawara Festival, Japanese companies have a holiday of 7 days to 15 days, and people rush back to their hometown for reunion. People living in small towns and rural areas must wear summer kimonos and dance in the Bonsai.
See you in August of the lunar calendar 15.
In the eastern world, most people have the habit of enjoying the moon. On August 15, Japanese will prepare meatballs, seasonal fruits and other items at the Yue Bai by the window, and then watch the moon at the same time. The moon is especially beautiful when it is high in the quiet autumn sky. For Japanese people who are mainly agricultural, the original intention of enjoying the moon is to pray for a bumper harvest, but now it is purely to enjoy the moon.
Respect for the elderly-September 65438 +05
1966 has been designated as a national statutory holiday to show respect for the elderly who have made contributions to society and wish them health and longevity. On this day, celebrations were held all over the country to present souvenirs to the elderly.
Autumnal Equinox-September 23rd
Formerly known as "Autumn Festival", it is the day when the emperor worships his ancestors in autumn. People also offer sacrifices to their ancestors on this day to commemorate them.
Sports Festival-10 10 month 10
1964 On the opening day of the Tokyo Olympic Games, 1966 was designated as a national holiday. The autumn sports meeting is usually held on this day.
Cultural Festival-165438+1October 3rd
Completed on 1937. The old name "Meiji Festival" is to commemorate the birthday of Emperor Meiji. It is time to award "cultural medals" to those who have made outstanding contributions to science and culture. Because the medal is engraved with chrysanthemum patterns, it is also called "Chrysanthemum Festival". On this day, schools at all levels are closed and some meaningful activities are organized.
753 Children's Day-165438+ 10/5
A festival for girls aged 7 to 3 and boys aged 5.
Thanksgiving Day for Workers-165438+1October 23rd
Completed on 1948. Formerly known as "New Taste Festival", it was the day when the emperor tasted new rice. This day is also a day to respect labor and celebrate production.
Emperor's birthday-65438+February 23rd.
Emperor Akihito was born on February 23rd, 65438.
Christmas-65438+February 25th.
Christians are not the only group in Japan. Many people will exchange Christmas gifts with their families or boyfriends and enjoy a big Christmas dinner together on Christmas Eve. Usually, people will prepare decorated Christmas cakes to celebrate. In order to stimulate consumption desire, various department stores and enterprises will start to speculate on so-called Christmas activities before Christmas. From the second half of each year, department stores and shopping streets will be beautifully decorated, and then a series of Christmas sales activities will begin.
[Edit this paragraph] Places of interest
Mount Fuji: Mount Fuji is the highest peak in Japan and a symbol of the Japanese nation. It is known as the "sacred mountain" by the Japanese people. Mount Fuji is located in south-central Honshu, 80 kilometers east of Tokyo, with an area of 90.76 square kilometers and an altitude of 3,776 meters. The mountain peaks soar into the sky, and the top of the mountain is covered with snow. The mountain is conical, like an upside-down fan. Japanese poet once wrote "Jade Fan hangs upside down in the East China Sea". "Fuji snow reflects the morning sun" and other poems to praise it. Since written records in Japan, Mount Fuji has erupted 18 times, the last time in 1707, and since then it has become a dormant volcano.
Tokyo Tower: Tokyo Tower is the tallest tower in Japan. It is located in Tokyo and was built in 1958. It is modeled after the Eiffel Tower in Paris, France. It is 333 meters high and is the highest point in Tokyo. This tower is a pyramid of yellow, white and red. It is bright and eye-catching. There are aquarium, restaurant, shop, coffee shop and other facilities in the tower.
Kinkaku Temple: The former villa of Minister saionji, built in the14th century, was later owned by Shogun General ashikaga yoshimitsu. It has undergone large-scale renovation and expansion. The outer walls of the second and third floors are made of gold foil, which is glittering from a distance, so it is called "Golden Pavilion Temple". The first floor is the aristocratic style of heian period, and the second floor is the samurai style of Muromachi era. At the end of its tower, a phoenix made of gold and copper is decorated, which adds a bit of beauty to the building. In front of the temple is a garden centered on Jinghu Lake Pool, and the golden pavilion is reflected in Jinghu Lake Pool, which is quiet and elegant, with unique scenery, and is a representative landscape of Kyoto.
Silver Tower: The Silver Tower is located at the foot of Dongshan Mountain in Kyoto. It was built by Ashikaga Yoshimasa, the grandson of Muromachi shogunate ashikaga yoshimitsu, in the shape of Kinkaku Temple in 1482. The pure and elegant unique style of Yinta Temple is in sharp contrast with the dazzling of Jinge Temple. It was built in 1482 and is an exquisite two-story attic. The first floor is called Xinkong Temple, where monks practice Buddhism. The second floor is called Yin Chao Pavilion, and the third floor is Zen Hall. Jingu Temple is both a temple and a place to live, with beautiful environment and pleasant scenery.
Dongying temple
Asu volcano
Todaiji
Itsukushima Shrine
Peace shrine
Nazhi waterfall
Kiyomizu Temple
Dongxun house
Tianzhiqiao (overpass)
Sakurajima
Ji Lucheng
World Cultural Heritage-Baishan Historical Village
This is an example of the complete preservation of Japanese traditions. By planting mulberry trees and developing sericulture, the mountainous area that has been almost forgotten by human beings in the long historical process has been continued. In order to relieve the pressure of snow in cold winter, residents increased the inclination of the roof and built a unique double-story thatched house with steep slopes. This kind of wooden house is generally 18 m long and 10 m wide, with 3-4 floors inside, and usually a large family lives. Because the shape of the roof is very similar to the way Japanese people put their hands together when they worship God, it is called "folding palm house" or "triangle house". In addition to the significance of economic prosperity, these villages also showed the world the industrious quality and wisdom of ancient laborers in adapting to the environment and developing the economy.
Japan is China's third largest trading partner and China is Japan's second largest trading partner. In 2007, the total bilateral trade between China and Japan was US$ 236.022 billion, a year-on-year increase of 13.8%.
Japanese eating habits
Japanese food
Generally speaking, westerners think that Japanese food is just beef hotpot or weird-looking sushi, and Japanese food is famous all over the world in recent years. Many tourists know how to taste fresh raw fish and saute for leisure when they go to Japan. Some tourists are going to Japan and are addicted to all kinds of traditional Japanese food. In a word, enjoying Japanese food is the most unforgettable thing in your life.
The main course in Japan is fish. "Sashimi" is a unique food in Japan, and raw food is also a very healthy way to eat, which can reduce the loss of nutrients in fish more than cooking. Most methods of cooking fish in Japan are low-temperature cooking and steaming.
eating habits
Japanese cold noodles are put on bamboo plates, picked up with chopsticks and eaten in cold soup. Some restaurants don't come with spoons, and Japanese people are used to picking them up and drinking soup.
night life
Japanese people are used to drinking in groups after work. In the entertainment center of metropolis, bars, discotheques and nightclubs are everywhere.
Japanese drinks
Beer: Japanese people like to drink beer best, whether it is draft beer or bottled beer. In summer, some department stores have outdoor beer halls, which attract a large number of tourists.
Sake: Sake can be drunk hot and cold. No matter what kind of sake, it is the best match for Japanese cuisine. Wine tastes delicious and sweet, and it is easy to get drunk if you drink too much.
Whiskey: Japanese people like to drink Mizuwari with ice and water.
Table wine: Western restaurants have table wine made in Japan and imported from Japan. China restaurants also serve Shaoxing wine.
Soju: This wine is made of sweet potato, barley, sucrose and other materials. The filtered alcohol is a bit like vodka.
Drinking etiquette
Ordinary Japanese bars have an easy-going and relaxed atmosphere, and customers in the same industry will pour beer for each other. If a group of people go drinking, they can't finish the first glass of wine until everyone raises their glasses and says "cheers".