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CLOSED LOOP SOCIETY. "Since very little trade was allowed, Japan had to be self-sufficient. The society ran as a very efficient closed loop system where all waste was used to support production and previously produced items were repaired and reused. In a closed loop system there is no waste produced that is not used. One simple example of this closed loop system is the use of night soil. Night soil is a term used for human excrement collected for fertilize." https://lnkd.in/dV-e-hv View in LinkedIn

MOTTAINAI. "In Japanese, the word “mottainai” expresses the regret, even distaste, that we feel when we see a thing or resource wasted. But looking past its definition, mottainai means primarily a state of mind long rooted in Japanese culture. The idea of respect for nature, considered sacred, is deeply rooted in Japanese culture. The same applies to respect for things as, in Shinto mythology, all things have a soul." http://www.ready-for-the-resource-revolution.com/en/mottainai-the-japanese-waste-avoidance-culture/ View in LinkedIn

SHINTO AND BUDDHISM combined in Japanese culture to create the philosophy that all aspects of nature have life, with the same standing as being a human being. The spirit of 'Mottainai', or 'avoiding wastefulness' made sure that the bounty of nature was never wasted and was used for as long as possible, with respect. View in LinkedIn

"THE MUTANT MORNING GLORY ("asagao") has been a cherished flower since the days of old. Japan experienced repeated morning glory booms, particularly starting in the late Edo era (the imperial eras Bunka, Bunsei, Kaei, and Ansei (1804-1830,1854-1860)) and on into the Meiji and Taisho eras. A great many varieties were created around the end of the Edo period."" https://lnkd.in/dtWyfFW View in LinkedIn

"CHONINDO (the way of the townspeople) was a distinct culture that arose in cities such as Osaka, Kyoto, and Edo. It encouraged...diligence, honesty, honor, loyalty, and frugality...Study of mathematics, astronomy, cartography, engineering, and medicine were also encouraged. Emphasis was placed on quality of workmanship, especially in the arts." (Edo is the former name for Tokyo). https://lnkd.in/d2hQGXb View in LinkedIn

OH! MORNING GLORY! " "HAIKU by Kaga no Chiyo, first verse. " ""The morning glory!" "It has taken the well bucket," "I must seek elsewhere for water." https://lnkd.in/dxMSEuc View in LinkedIn

THE EDO PERIOD FLOWERING OF SCIENCE AND CULTURE in Japan, ranged from the development of technology that endures to today, such as superb metallurgy (originally used for Samurai swords), to tea ceremonies, culinary advances, fabric design, and horticulture, all designed to create a harmonious life. View in LinkedIn

EDO PERIOD MORNING GLORY FLOWERS are wonderful exemplars of the deep understanding and fascination of nature by the ancient Japanese people. They perfected the breeding variants of this beautiful and fragile flower, which opens and closes each day. They created a wide variety of natural mutants; available images are almost impossible to find, so enjoy these rare drawings. https://lnkd.in/dEAPGmS View in LinkedIn

"THE JAPANESE EDO PERIOD (1603-1867) was an era of about 250 years, without wars, or exchange with the outside world, and gave rise to a great advance of leisure and advanced crafts, in an attitude of 'playing seriously'. "The period was characterized by economic growth, strict social order, isolationist foreign policies, environmental protection policies, and popular enjoyment of arts and culture." https://lnkd.in/d2hQGXb View in LinkedIn

EDO PERIOD SENSIBILITIES can still be found in the Japanese culture, attitudes, and lifestyle, especially the more rural lifestyle. These very zen perspectives drive many Japanese cultural values, such as honesty, kindness, frugality, respect, manners, simplicity and integrity. Cultural and daily objects often embody these principles. View in LinkedIn