The Japanese firefly is a species of firefly that is famous for its bioluminescence, and is a popular sight during the summer months.

The Japanese wood snipe is a small bird that is found throughout Japan's forests and is known for its distinctive camouflage plumage.

The first novel ever written, The Tale of Genji, was written in Japan in the 11th century by a noblewoman named Murasaki Shikibu.