The compact disc (CD) was co-invented by Philips and Sony in the 1980s and has since replaced vinyl records as the primary means of music storage.

Japanese cuisine is a reflection of the country's geography, climate, and culture, and is influenced by a variety of factors including Buddhist dietary restrictions, seasonal availability of ingredients, and regional traditions

Nagoya is Japan's fourth-largest city and a major industrial center, with a population of over 9 million people in the greater Nagoya area.