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

Japan's economic miracle in the post-war period saw rapid economic growth and development, making it one of the world's leading economies.

Japanese automakers are known for their extensive supply chains, with many parts and components being manufactured by specialized suppliers.