History[]
Japoness was founded as one of the six city‑states on Terra II after the colonization efforts that followed the Mesopotamia disaster. Its society was deliberately modeled after Edo‑period Japan, preserving traditions and structures from Earth’s past. Over time, it became the central stage for the events of Saber Marionette J, where Otaru Mamiya and his marionettes Lime, Cherry, and Bloodberry lived and defended the city‑state from threats such as Gartlant and other rival powers.
Culture[]
The culture of Japoness reflects a strong Edo‑period influence, with architecture, clothing, and customs resembling historical Japan. Despite this traditional appearance, advanced technology such as cloning and marionette engineering coexists with the old‑world aesthetic. Festivals, rituals, and the presence of the Holy Marionettes highlight the blending of spirituality and science within the city‑state.
Government[]
Japoness is ruled under a Tokugawa‑style shogunate, with Ieyasu Tokugawa serving as its leader. The government structure mirrors feudal Japan, with a centralized authority in Castle Japoness. The ruler is a genetic clone of the original Tokugawa Ieyasu, continuing the legacy of Earth’s past leaders in the new world of Terra II.
Trivia[]
- The city‑state’s name directly evokes “Japan,” reinforcing its cultural identity within the world of Terra II.