The vending machine, which has been in use in Japan since the early 20th century, offers a wide range of products, from drinks and snacks to clothing and electronics.

The Great Kanto Earthquake of 1923 caused widespread destruction in Tokyo and killed over 100,000 people.

The Muromachi period, which lasted from the 14th to the 16th century, was a time of great artistic and cultural achievement, including the development of tea ceremony and the Noh theater.