ABSTRACT
The Ainus are regarded as the aborigines of Japan, who, from meagre early records, it is surmised, came to Japan in some great wave of migration from Siberia, drove out their predecessors and took possession of the country. The railways and municipalities use distinctive crests. In time of war, crests were conspicuous on the flags, and on the breast-plates and helmets of the warriors. The various schools of calligraphy have their special fude, some schools using brushes shaped like a Japanese awl, the brush tapering to a needle-like point; others prefer the acorn-shaped brush. Geisha are highly specialized types of Japanese women entertainers-mistresses of song and dance. Japan, where the culture of goldfish has been highly developed, is regarded as the home of goldfish. Goldfish need a sun bath daily, otherwise they lose color and die, but they are too delicate for long exposure during the hot season.
