10 Questions
What inspired the creation of the kosode garment?
Junihitoe
During the Heian Period, how many layers of clothing were noblewomen known to wear?
Twenty
Which event marked the beginning of the end of the Heian Period in Japan?
The Hogen Disturbance
Who was appointed as a shogun by Emperor Go-Shirakawa?
Minamoto no Yoritomo
Which noble family supported Emperor Go-Shirakawa during the conflicts of the Heian Period?
Fujiwara
What item of clothing is considered the direct predecessor of the kimono?
Kosode
Who founded the Koyasan Kongobu-ji Temple during the Heian Period?
Monk Kukai
What major conflict led to the rise of the warrior class and the defeat of the Taira clan?
Genpai War
When was The Tale of Genji written during the Heian Period?
1008
Which monk established the Tendai Lotus School during the Heian Period?
Monk Saicho
Explore the cultural renaissance of Japan during the Heian era, from 794 to 1185, when Japan forged its own identity distinct from China. Discover how new writing systems, fashions, and cities emerged, marking the Japanese Golden Age.
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