Five Facts - Ancient Japan

The video presents five fascinating facts about ancient Japan. It starts with the historical ban on eating meat due to religious beliefs and geography, which lasted until 1872. Next, it explains the accidental invention of sushi, a staple of Japanese cuisine. The video then delves into the samurai, a warrior class with a strict honor code, and their influence on Japanese governance. It also covers the history of Tokyo, formerly Edo, becoming Japan's capital. Finally, it highlights the Tale of Genji, considered the first novel, written by Murasaki Shikibu. The video concludes with a recap of these intriguing facts.

What was illegal to eat in Japan from 675 AD until 1872 AD?

How was sushi originally created?

What was the role of the samurai in ancient Japan?

What was the original name of Tokyo when it first became the capital?

Who is believed to have written the first novel ever, and what is its title?