Mount Fuji, sakura petals, robots, anime and manga - Japan is associated with a whole range of images. But despite the fact that Japanese culture is actively penetrating the West, this country continues to remain mysterious and unknown. This book will introduce you to the Land of the Rising Sun, tell you about history and religion, art and cultural influence on other countries. “Synchronization” is an educational project that tells you in an accessible and interesting way about bright phenomena, movements, personalities in science and culture. The author of this book — Anna Pushakova, art critic, Japanese scholar, author of a number of books dedicated to the culture and art of Japan.