The Japanese flying squirrel is a small arboreal mammal that is native to Japan's forests and is known for its gliding ability.

Japanese food is known for its use of umami, a savory taste that is often described as the fifth taste.

The 16th century saw the rise of Oda Nobunaga, Toyotomi Hideyoshi, and Tokugawa Ieyasu, who were instrumental in unifying Japan under a centralized government.