Traditionally, Japanese buildings are made of wood with deep projecting roofs as protection against the monsoons. The floor is raised above the ground with its posts resting on a foundation stone, which allows the structure to bounce during earthquakes. In cities, most people live in apartments or housing corporations. Japanese women are also often seen wearing their traditional silk Kimonos . The theater of No and Kabuki have also remained.
Gardening is the most popular hobby of both men and women.
Shintoism is the native religion of Japan. Its many gods or spirits are known as kami. Buddhism was introduced to Japan in the sixth century. Today, most Japanese claim to be both Shintoist and Buddhist. Many Japanese are indifferent and skeptical of established religion.