Higbee (DDR 806) - Naval Cruise Book

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The average yearly temperature in Glcinawa is in the low 17O's, surprisingly mild tor its low latitude. To a great extent, this temperature and climate determines the Olcinawan ex- istence, which takes the torm ot agriculture. Qlcinawa has a higher percentage ot arable land than lapan, due to its rolling hills. Other economic ettorts derive from the presence ot postwar occupational torces, one ot the better examples being the Tea House of the August Moon. OlcinaWa's impor- tance, ot course, lies in its proximity to Korea, Formosa and China. Shintoism is prevalent throughout Qkinavva.

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IGIROT HOME This illustrates the contrast ot living standards of two ancient civilizations, the Philippine Igirot and the lapanese. The Igirots are found in the inland areas ot Luzon and have lived as you see here tor centuries. They are World famous tor their Wood carvings Cupper rightj. The Igirots Way ot lite has not changed since the beginning of their existence. The lapanese mode ot living also has a long history, but is more traditional to style and is more advanced. Simplicity ot design and strong structure is standard in the lapanese homes. Many U. S. architects have adopted this standard in the modern American home. TYPICAL IAPANESE VILLAGE OPEN DISPLAY OF CARVINGS TRADITIONAL DRESS NNE .