Anybody else fascinated with the Edo Period?

Fun fact, I am kind of obsessed with Japan. I just find the culture, language, food, traditional clothing… And then ALL. THOSE. ARTS!

I digress.

Is it just me, or is the Edo Period, like, so uniquely interesting? It is legitimately Roman Empire interesting. And Roman technology was just the GOAT if you think about it.

I’m specifically interested in the Genroku era (元禄, 1688—1704). But it is SO HARD 😭 to do research! 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

I’m so into it that I’m trying to write a historical fiction/fantasy that takes place then. Ryuu, distant realms, distant kingdoms, sailing (even though that was illegal), hidden elemental powers, a war going on in a separate realm, etc. etc. 😅 I am such a nerd… 🥲

So is it just me or does anyone agree? Thoughts?