Japanese culture is an ancient and unique culture that has developed its own language, art forms, social customs, religious beliefs and practices. Respect for nature and appreciation of beauty are highly valued in Japanese culture, with traditional crafts such as pottery or woodworking using natural materials to create beautiful objects. Unique cultural icons like kabuki theatre performances and sumo wrestling matches also define the culture. Religion plays an important role in Japanese culture, with Shintoism being one of the oldest religions practiced alongside Buddhism and Christianity. Social customs are based on Confucianism which emphasizes respect politeness courtesy humility modesty restraint good manners etc. Japan's influence on the world today can be seen through technology media entertainment cuisine fashion design architecture art literature philosophy science engineering medicine business finance politics economics education sports martial arts spiritual practices hospitality industry travel tourism hospitality industry etc., but also indirectly through inspiring creativity worldwide through pop culture icons like anime manga video games console games mobile apps etc.