Though pundits claim that the earth is "shrinking" due to increased communication, inter-cultural exchange to date has been superficial at best. A clear-cut example can be found in the humanities curricula of Western educational systems. Western art education has for years held its Eurocentric focus, in many instances excluding even the briefest mention of Eastern art. This web site, The Art of Japan, delves into the relatively unknown realm of eastern art. It explores in detail some of the many aspects of Japanese art, covering diverse topics ranging from the most traditional styles of painting to oddities of architecture. This site has five distinct sections based on types of Japanese art: origami, architecture, gardens, paintings, and sculpture. Included with each section are multimedia features: photo galleries, puzzles, and quizzes. Browse through this site and explore the world of Japanese art.