The correct order of social classes in medieval Japan is generally as follows:
- Shogun
- Daimyo
- Samurai
- Landowners (not a distinct class but often considered alongside samurai)
- Priests
- Peasants
- Artisans
- Merchants
From the provided options, the closest correct order would be:
shogun, daimyo, samurai, land owners, priests, merchants, artisans, peasants
However, since there seems to be a slight inconsistency in terms of including "land owners" distinctly, the order with shogun, daimyo, samurai, peasants, artisans, merchants is often simplified without specifically listing "land owners" as a separate class.
If I must choose an option from those given, my suggestion is the second option as it correctly places the classes in an acceptable order of rank in relation to social hierarchy.