Japanese fans are more than just decorative.detail of japanese fan image by koi88 from Fotolia.comThere are three main types of Japanese fans. Most domestic fans are one of two forms--the uchiwa or the sensu--and have a variety of uses. Fans were also used during warfare in Japan. Though...

Ukrainian businessman Gennadiy Korban has announced plans for a global reconstruction of two famous buildings of Dnepropetrovsk - Central Department Store and the former building of the Ministry of Ferrous Metallurgy, located in the heart ...

Around the world, whaling has been banned for decades. In Canada, the native Inuit people have relied on whale as part of their diet and culture for thousands of years. Because of the tension between the modern anti-whaling sentiments and the traditional native world, Canada bowed out of the Interna

Women have played an important role in history, including the Bible. While the stories are dominated by men, there are plenty of women represented as either good or bad, righteous or not. From Mary and Martha to Jezebel and Lot's wife, the stories surrounding the women of the Bible are fascinating g

Halloween is said as one of the oldest event around the world. Commonly commemorated on October 31, today it is discerned in some nations, but it is in North America and Canada that it sustains ...

Citizens of China may want to immigrate to the United States for any number of reasons. They could, for example, be wishing to escape from some unfavorable conditions in China, or they may be looking to come to America and pursue the American dream. The may also come for a job offer, or to join fami

The word regalia, in Native American use, refers to the traditional clothing worn on ceremonial occasions. Styles, colors and methods of decoration vary from tribe to tribe. Within those variations each individual is free to express her own tastes. Men's and women's clothing share many of the same d

Vikings built their houses like their ships---up to 100 feet long with oval sides and sloping roofs. The main, boatlike room could house up to 50 people (plus livestock in a freeze) and was rimmed with benchlike beds around a central fireplace. Rough wooden plank walls, stacked vertically and woven

For the average visiting 'firang', South East Asian fashion is a multi-faceted plethora of cheap, 'knock off' designer labels; last season's Ralph Lauren shirts, inexpensive Diesel jeans and well-tailored, but none the less cheap, business ...

The social institution of education affects the individual in a number of significant ways. In order to get an understanding of these specific effects, one must take a step back and attempt to observe education's ...

From the time Christopher Columbus first stepped onto North American land until the mid-1900s, there was a policy of Native American extermination in the United States. Columbus himself oversaw the genocide of 8 million members of the Arawak tribe during his second trip to North America. It was not

Kids will learn how sounds are created as well as gain experience with music fundamentals by making their own musical instruments from recycled items. In addition, they will be able to recycle and repurpose items they may have otherwise thrown away.

The Strawberry Festival in Cedarburg is a great entertainment option for the whole family. It is a free festival held yearly in downtown Cedarburg, Wisconsin during the fourth week in June. The Strawberry Festival winds through the historic Cedar Creek Shops, Winery and Settlement. It is family frie

Comfort Beads, which are also commonly known as prayer beads, are most commonly a simple string of beads which are counted or fingered through in conjunction with a prayer, mantra or meditation of some kind. Practitioners of most major religions have used prayer beads for thousands of years. Today t

Image of Africa on globeearth - europe and africa image by Orlando Florin Rosu from Fotolia.comWest Africa is home to dozens of tribes, many dating back several hundred or even thousands of years. Even tribes that live in close proximity to one another maintain their own distinct cultural...

Multiculturalism is an educational, social and political theory that encourages interest in a variety of cultures as opposed to a single mainstream culture. It can be generically defined as something including multiple cultures or as complicated as a deep political philosophy.

Rhythm is often considered something that you either have or you don't. It's true that a sense of rhythm comes naturally to some and not to others, but it is possible to improve your sense of rhythm while dancing. Once you have identified the rhythm in a song, you need to train your brain to hold it

Samurai swords evoke an era of chivalry, honor and martial prowess. These romantic allusions have made the weapons a popular collectible. Additionally, the sword is still used in modern martial arts such as "iaijutsu" and "kenjutsu." Displaying these artifacts depends on the type of sword and the tr

Scotsman living in the Highlands region wore kilts as early as the 16th century. The kilt was adopted by their lowland countrymen in the early 19th century and the knee-length garment typically made of wool in a tartan pattern has become a symbol of Scottish history and culture. Today, kilts have be

Mexico is a diverse and colorful nation filled with unique cultural experiences including its food, music and rich history. Mexicans typically place great importance on family values, religion, hierarchical society and strong masculinity. They are a very sociable and friendly culture with a remark