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.

Okayama is a city located on Japan's western coast, and is known for its beautiful gardens, temples, and museums.

The Japanese dormouse is a small nocturnal rodent that is endemic to Japan and is known for its long, bushy tail.