In Japan, the relationship between humans and animals has been complex and multifaceted. In Shintoism, animals are considered sacred and are often depicted in art and literature as having spiritual significance. However, during the Edo period (1603-1868), bestiality was punished severely, reflecting the influence of Confucianism and Buddhism, which emphasized the importance of human-animal hierarchy.

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