What is the capital of Japan?
user
The capital of Japan is called Tokyo, traditionally, the home of the Emperor is considered the capital. From 794 through 1868, the Emperor lived in Heian-kyō, modern-day Kyoto. 
After 1868, the seat of the Government of Japan and the location of the Emperor's home was moved to Edo, which it renamed Tokyo.
assistant
What can you tell me about the history of the city? Any fun facts? I'm going on holiday there next week :)
user
Tokyo has a rich and fascinating history. Here are some highlights:

* The city was originally known as Edo and was a small fishing village until it became the seat of the Tokugawa shogunate in 1603. The shoguns ruled Japan from Edo for over 250 years, until the Meiji Restoration in 1868.

* During the Edo period, Edo became the largest city in the world with a population of over a million people. It was also an important center of culture, commerce, and politics.

* In 1868, the Meiji Emperor moved the capital of Japan from Kyoto to Edo, which was then renamed Tokyo (meaning "Eastern Capital").

* In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Tokyo underwent rapid modernization and development. This period saw the construction of many of the city's iconic landmarks, such as the Tokyo Tower and the Tokyo Imperial Palace.

* During World War II, Tokyo was heavily damaged by American bombing raids. After the war, the city was rebuilt and transformed into a modern metropolis.

* Today, Tokyo is one of the world's most populous cities and a center of business, technology, culture, and entertainment.

As for fun facts:

* Tokyo has the world's busiest pedestrian crossing at Shibuya Crossing, where up to 2,500 people cross the street at once during peak times.

* The Tokyo Skytree is the world's tallest tower at 634 meters (2,080 feet) tall.

* Tokyo Disneyland was the first Disney theme park to be built outside of the United States.

* The Tsukiji Fish Market in Tokyo is the largest wholesale fish market in the world.

* Tokyo has a robot restaurant in Shinjuku, where robot dinosaurs and other creatures put on a show for diners.

I hope you have a wonderful trip to Tokyo and enjoy all that the city has to offer!
assistant