FOREIGNERS CULTURAL INFLUENCES SPANISH Religion The Catholic faith heavily influenced Filipino religious practices, customs, and traditions, which are evident in various festivities, rituals, and architecture. Law Here are the few key influence of Spanish people on the legal system of the Philippines: Spanish Civil Law The Spanish Codes Land Ownership and Property Law Legal Terminology and Principles Language The Spanish language had a significant impact on the development of the Filipino language, resulting in Spanish loanwords and phrases becoming integrated into Filipino vocabulary. Cuisine Filipino cooking was influenced by the Spanish not only the ingredients they used but also the techniques. We also adopted dishes like desserts and sweets. Customs There are a lot of customs that spanish people influenced us, for example, La Siesta. It is a short nap Spanish people take in the early afternoon. The tradition has expanded to the Philippines and Mexico. During siesta time the majority of businesses close. We can also include the superficial beliefs of Filipinos. Arts and Music The Spanish friars introduced western painting in the Philippines artisan who learned to copy on two-dimensional form from the religious icons that the friars brought to the country. The Harana, Kundiman, and Rondalla were the three primary types introduced to the Filipinos.Most of these forms were developed as a result of the fusion between tribal music styles and traditional Spanish and Mexican music. AMERICAN Political Influence They established in the philippines the provincial and municipal elections and later on a national election Education They introduced the American system of education. It encourage Filipinos to speak english language Art, Music and Films In terms of painting, American patrons favored landscapes, genre scenes, and still-life paintings that depicted exotic tropical scenes of the new colony. Portraits remained popular, often commissioned by public officials. Famous artists that influences the Philippines like Ariana Grande, Justin Bieber, Taylor Swift and many more. Not only that but, hollywood dominated the whole film landscape Architecture Notably, Western architecture and urban planning forms were introduced as part of this “national development” process. JAPANESE Arts, Literature and Crafts The lantern making was influenced by the japanese, especially in the regions like Pampanga. Manga, a comic book like art, has influenced the Philippine comic book industry in terms of artistic style and storytelling. Many Filipino artists and writers have been inspired by manga and have incorporated manga elements into their work. Fashion The vibrant fabrics used in traditional Japanese kimonos have influenced Filipino fashion. Not only that but you can also find accessories like hairpins and fabrics with japanese-style patterns and textiles. Entertainment Japanese entertainment has played a substantial role in shaping Philippine pop culture. It has influenced various aspects of Filipino life, including television, film, music, fashion, and even language, contributing to a rich cultural exchange between the two nations. CHINESE Food They introduced cooking techniques like stir-frying and steaming. Mostly, noodles and spring rolls are cooked. The pancit canton has its Chinese roots in the chinese soups. Culture Chinese motifs that symbolized imperial power, the dragon and the phoenix, were found in the trade ceramics discovered in the Philippines. The adoption of the Chinese dragon into Visayan culture was relatively seamless. Also, their superficial beliefs have been influencing Filipinos inside their homes. KOREAN Movies/Entertainment Korean movies and entertainment influenced Filipino television programming and storytelling styles. Music The Philippines has openly enabled K-Pop companies to explore potential in the nation, which has resulted in the rise of P-Pop, or Philippine pop music. Fashion Filipinos are increasingly aspiring to emulate the aesthetics seen in mainstream media, resulting in a shift from a Westerninfluenced fashion to a more Asian-inspired one. Food Korean food is frequently featured in Korean dramas and by Korean idols, who frequently eat hot ramyeon, consume kimchi, mix bibimbap, and other traditional dishes. Beauty Products Many Filipinos today swear by Korean beauty and skin care products, whether it be for a glowy look, poreless skin, or glossy & glass skin.
