The Showa period, which lasted from 1926 to 1989, was marked by Japan's militarism and involvement in World War II.

Studio Ghibli, founded in 1985 by Hayao Miyazaki and Isao Takahata, is one of the most famous anime studios in the world and is known for producing critically acclaimed films such as Spirited Away and My Neighbor Totoro.

Mount Fuji is the highest mountain in Japan and a popular destination for hiking, climbing, and sightseeing.