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Daily life in medieval Japan (1185-1606 CE) was, for most people, the age-old struggle to put food on the table, build a family, stay healthy, and try to enjoy the finer things in life whenever possible...

Japanese history began as early as 35,000 years ago. Here’s a timeline of the major periods Japan went through thereafter.

The history of Japan dates back to prehistoric times.Japan is a very old country and it is hard to determine when civilization began in the country. But, records suggest that around 30,000 BC, a paleolithic culture was flourishing in the region. The people inhabiting Japan during this period survived by hunting and gathering. The feudal era, which began in 1185, witnessed the rise of the Samurai, who ruled the nation in the name of the Emperor. Read on to know more.

Physical map of Japan showing major cities, terrain, national parks, rivers, and surrounding countries with international borders and outline maps. Key facts about Japan.

Here is a mind map of Japan's history. Japan has a long and joyous history. It began from the far back prehistoric era and can be divided into different eras and periods. From thousands of years ago Jomon Period to the new Heisei era, Japan is believed to grow through all of it and become a global power that is highly influential. Its isolation has molded Japan as a nation on the island and its vicinity to the vast Asian continent.

These historical Japanese religious leaders transformed the socio-political landscape of Japan with their beliefs, practices, and spiritual devotion.

Kids learn about the Geography of Japan. The history, capital, flag, climate, terrain, people, economy, and population.

On this day, Japanese troops land in Hong Kong and a slaughter ensues. A week of air raids over Hong Kong, a British crown colony, was followed up on December 17 with a visit paid by Japanese envoys to Sir Mark Young, the British governor of Hong Kong. The envoys' message was simple: The British garrison there should simply surrender to the Japanese—resistance was futile. The envoys were sent home with the following retort: "The governor and commander in chief of Hong Kong declines…