The instant noodle, invented by Momofuku Ando in 1958, has become a staple food item in many countries around the world.
The Japanese flying squirrel is a small arboreal mammal that is native to Japan's forests and is known for its gliding ability.
The 1995 Tokyo subway sarin gas attack by the Aum Shinrikyo cult shocked Japan and led to increased scrutiny of religious groups.
