言語と文字
268 articlesWater Margin
A classic Chinese novel that tells the story of 108 outlaws who gather on Mount Liang and eventually submit to imperial authority.
Yin and Yang
The ancient Chinese philosophical concept of complementary yet opposing forces that shape the universe and all natural phenomena.
Henan Opera
Henan Opera, also known as Yuju, is a major form of Chinese opera originating from Henan province with a history spanning over 300 years.
Huohua (Fire Painting)
An ancient Chinese art form using heated tools to create designs on various surfaces.
Thousand Character Classic
A Chinese classic text consisting of 1000 characters used for teaching literacy and moral values.
Records of the Historian
The Records of the Historian is a pioneering Chinese historical text written by Sima Qian during the Han Dynasty.
Zheng He
Chinese admiral and explorer who led seven maritime expeditions to Southeast Asia, South Asia, and East Africa during the Ming Dynasty.
Crosstalk
Crosstalk is a traditional Chinese comedic performance art featuring dialogue, storytelling, and mimicry.
Cantonese Opera
Cantonese Opera is a major genre of Chinese opera originating from Guangdong province, featuring distinctive vocal styles, colorful costumes, and elaborate performances.
Liu Bang
Liu Bang, posthumously known as Emperor Gaozu of Han, founded the Han Dynasty after overthrowing the Qin Dynasty.
Zisha Teapot
A traditional Chinese teapot made from Yixing clay, renowned for its unique properties and cultural significance.
Xia Dynasty
The Xia Dynasty is traditionally considered China's first dynasty, marking the transition from prehistoric to ancient Chinese civilization.
Yunjian (Cloud Shoulder)
Yunjian is a traditional Chinese decorative garment accessory worn over the shoulders, with a history spanning over 1,500 years.
Gu Yanwu
Prominent scholar and philosopher of the late Ming and early Qing dynasties, known for his emphasis on practical learning and Confucian classics.
Chinese Characters
Chinese characters are logographic symbols that represent words or morphemes in the Chinese language, with a history spanning over three millennia.
Mencius
Mencius was a Chinese philosopher who is often credited as the most famous Confucian after Confucius himself.
Spring and Autumn Annals
An ancient Chinese chronicle compiled during the Spring and Autumn period, traditionally attributed to Confucius.
Lianhua Luo
A traditional Chinese narrative singing art with over 900 years of history, featuring distinctive performance styles and cultural significance.
Kung Fu
Kung Fu, also known as Chinese martial arts, encompasses a diverse range of combat practices and philosophical traditions with a history spanning thousands of years.
Tan Ci
A traditional Chinese storytelling and singing art form popular in southern China.