Japan

is a country located in a vast archipelago in the northwestern. The de-facto capital is Tokyo, in which is located the Higurashi shrine. During its tumultuous history, Japan was occupied by not only humans, but also many yōkai as well. Unbeknownst to the daimyō and samurai battling their endless wars, an epic struggle was raging behind the scenes over the control of the powerful Shikon no Tama. Kamakura, in which is located the Izayoi's mansion.