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

The electric toilet seat, which can be heated and has various cleaning and drying functions, has become a popular feature in Japanese households.

In Japan, there is a dish called natto, which is fermented soybeans that have a strong smell and slimy texture.