Matsuyama is a city located on the island of Shikoku, and is known for its historic castle, hot springs, and literary history.

Basketball is growing in popularity in Japan, with several professional teams and the national team competing at the highest level.

Studio Trigger, founded in 2011 by former Gainax employees, is a prominent anime studio known for producing visually stunning and creatively innovative anime such as Kill la Kill and Promare.