• Tools were found in Japan by archaeologists today that date back to around 35000-14000 B.C.E
• ​Yayoi Period (300 B.C.E-250 C.E) - showed the first signs of an established hierarchy
• ​Japan's history is divided into periods of which dynasties were in power
• In less than 50 years Japan transitioned from a monarchy to a modern goverment.
• Katanas were not only weapons but similar to 16th century Italy they were meant for fashion

Basic Information on the History of Japan: