The History of Japan in a Nutshell: From the Prehistoric Period to Modern Day

Without Japan, you probably wouldn't have your car... but how much do you really know about this fascinating country's rich and colorful history? For a country that's brought us household names as diverse as , and , shockingly little is known about Japan's rich and complex history. Like many westerners, you may have a love of Japanese culture and cuisine. Perhaps you wait longingly for the latest tech developments to flood out of the country... about how Japan got to be where it is today? Perhaps you learned a little about Japan in high school, but the chances are, you didn't get much further back than World War II -- have you ever wondered how it fought its way back to become the powerful country it is today? Japan is a hugely resilient country, and much of that can be attributed to its people -- which is perhaps why we're so fascinated by its pop culture, drawn to the martial arts, and captivated by the anime and manga that makes its way to the West. But ... think about ninja and martial arts -- clearly, these are skills with deep historic roots. And if you know anything about the Samurai, you already have a tiny piece of the puzzle. But that puzzle is much more complex than you probably realize, and to understand Japan, you need to understand its history -- starting right back at the paleolithic period. In , you'll be guided through -- from 35,000 BC right through to the present day. You'll discover: Whether you're a self-confessed Japanophile, or you simply want to enrich your knowledge, will open your eyes to . Everything we love about Japan was born out of a rich and nuanced past -- and it's all here, just waiting to be soaked up. If you're ready to broaden your horizons and truly see The Land of The Rising Sun, then scroll up and click "Add to Cart" right now.