What does Shinto state mean?

What does Shinto state mean? Most generally, State Shinto refers to any use of Shinto practices incorporated into the national ideology during the Meiji period starting in 1868. It is often described as any state-supported, Shinto-inspired ideology or practice intended to inspire national integration, unity, and loyalty. Why is Shinto important to Japan? Shinto is […]

Do you canter in dressage?

Do you canter in dressage? We all know that there are three recognized gaits in dressage: the four-beat walk, the two-beat trot and the three-beat canter. But dressage also recognizes “types” of gaits: medium, free, collected and extended walk; and working, medium, collected and extended trot and canter. What makes a good dressage canter? A […]

What does the Chinese sheep represent?

What does the Chinese sheep represent? People born in the Year of the Sheep (also known as the Year of the Goat or Ram) are creative and have great artistic talent. They are easy-going and have good manners and charm. They are also sensitive and compassionate, want to make everyone happy and will avoid confrontation, […]

How many baby goldfish will survive?

How many baby goldfish will survive? Even with proper care, not all goldfish fry will survive into adulthood. Unfortunately, on average only about 30% of the fry make it to adulthood. About 5% of fry are born with a deformity that kills them off quickly, and 60% will die of disease. Do not feel discouraged […]

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