Karashi, a type of spicy mustard, is often served as a condiment with Japanese dishes such as sushi and grilled meat.

The digital camera, co-invented by Fujifilm and Olympus in the 1980s, has made photography more accessible and convenient for the average person.

The first novel ever written, The Tale of Genji, was written in Japan in the 11th century by a noblewoman named Murasaki Shikibu.