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 Tsukiji Fish Market in Tokyo is the largest fish market in the world and a popular destination for foodies and tourists.

The Japanese badger is a burrowing mammal that is found throughout Japan and is known for its distinctive facial markings.