China vs. Japan: Culture, Travel, & Language Differences | Q&A Edition with my Sister 🌏🇨🇳🇯🇵

[@xggong8261]

As a Chinese, I think that in ancient times, China had a huge influence on Japan's language, culture and architecture, especially Japanese, with Chinese characters as an independent system. But in modern times, Japanese has in turn influenced modern Chinese. Many words come from Japanese, and in terms of culture, Japan has preserved many Chinese Tang Dynasty-style buildings, which are difficult to find in China. Things like Japanese kendo, tea ceremony, flower arrangement, etc., which came from China but were promoted by Japan, and things like ramen and dumplings were also developed into their own styles by Japan.

[@Chiara.Keller]

@xggong8261 I absolutely agree. So many countries, once part or influenced by the China empire, still have so many things, habits, and lenguage influenced by it. Over time, they developed them in their own, uniquely beautiful way and that's what makes Asian countries one of my favourite places on earth: the richness in culture that comes from a common background that has been changed, twisted and developed over the centuries. I love that 💚

[@xggong8261]

​@@Chiara.Keller Yes, and in my opinion, I think the Japanese have more ancient Chinese traditions in terms of politeness and civilization. Unfortunately, some traditions have been lost in China due to political movements and other events. In terms of personality, the Japanese are more polite when getting along with others, but they will deliberately keep their distance and are unwilling to cause trouble to others. The Chinese are more tolerant. Whether in the West or the East, the Chinese prefer to be lively or "trouble" each other, and have a stronger sense of humanity. In general, both sides have their advantages. You are welcome to come to China often to experience it.

[@Chiara.Keller]

Thank you! I'm always up for a Chinese ouverture 😁