During the Edo period, which lasted from the 17th to the mid-19th century, Japan was ruled by the Tokugawa shogunate and experienced a period of peace and stability.

Sake, a Japanese rice wine, is a popular alcoholic beverage that is often served with Japanese cuisine.

The instant noodle, invented by Momofuku Ando in 1958, has become a staple food item in many countries around the world.