Fukuoka is a major city in southern Japan, located on the island of Kyushu, and is known for its cuisine and shopping.

The Japanese green pheasant, also known as the "kiji," is the national bird of Japan and is often depicted in Japanese art and folklore.

The Allied occupation of Japan following World War II brought about major political and social changes, including the drafting of a new constitution and the abolition of the samurai class.