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I struggled with where to place this thread, but this was my best guess.
I'm interesting in bringing Japanese and Chinese culture into my home. By that, I mean, I'd like to introduce art, books, music, and any daily rituals that could bring a feel and taste of those far lands into a standard US home.
Recommended books could include culture and history, recommended music would be CDs by accessible artists, rituals could include tea ceremonies, and art could be easily-obtained items from websites.
I suppose I'm seeking suggestions for actual items, and maybe websites using American dollars that help obtain them. Thanks.
In my opinion, your best bet would be to bring Japanese and Chinese PEOPLE into your home. And then ask them about their culture and what objects they associate with it. They would probably be flattered if you asked their help in picking out items that would express their culture in a special way, and they may well be willing to do some shopping with you. Another good approach would be to go into the homes of Japanese and Chinese people and examine the items that they have on display.
I assume that there are Japanese or Chinese cultural associations in some cities, so they may be of help. Or, seek out museums dedicated to some aspect of their culture, and go into their gift shops bearing money. One with which I'm familiar is a beautiful garden and museum complex in Delray Beach, Florida called the Morikami Museum, which tells the history of a Japanese agricultural settlement in that location that existed prior to World War II.
In my opinion, your best bet would be to bring Japanese and Chinese PEOPLE into your home. And then ask them about their culture and what objects they associate with it. They would probably be flattered if you asked their help in picking out items that would express their culture in a special way, and they may well be willing to do some shopping with you. Another good approach would be to go into the homes of Japanese and Chinese people and examine the items that they have on display.
true dat!
IMO, putting some Japanese / Chinese objects around the house will mean nothing more than decoration. Perhaps you need to ask this at the House / Decoration forum?
Great advice above, so thanks. Unfortunately, I live in a small town, and it is unlikely that I'll be able to get Asians overseas - or even those in America - to come here. I'm also not able to travel.
I understand and agree that people are more significant than mere items and possessions, but unfortunately, that's the best I can do at the moment.
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