Mountains and the Sea

Even though Japan may seem like a crowded place much of land ( about 80%) is covered in mountains and forests. There are also numerous lakes and rivers which provide water for domestic and industrial uses. Access to clean water is not an issue for the people of Japan.

Japan is made up of about 4000 small islands and four major islands. Can you remember the four islands and where they are? Quiz yourself and see how you score.


http://www.proprofs.com/quiz-school/story.php?title=name-those-islands


How do things such as mountains and oceans affect the way of life in people in Japan? Where do most people live? What about the size of an average house or apartment? Think, think, think! What do you think? Check another website if you want.


How about food? If a country is surrounded by ocean, what kinds of things will available to catch and eat?


Hmmm... Interesting!

Many Japanese have a deep affection for the land they live in. According to the ancient religion Shinto, things like mountains, forests, waterfall possess their own spirits called (ka-mi) kami. Japan's highest mountain is Mt. Fuji. Some people think is sacred. Can you think of anything that is sacred to some Canadian people? What is important to you?