Japan's surrender in World War II was announced on August 15, 1945, and marked the end of the war in the Pacific.

The Japanese spider crab is the largest arthropod in the world, with a leg span of up to 4 meters (13 feet).

Tonkatsu, a dish made with breaded and deep-fried pork cutlet, is a popular Japanese dish that is often served with rice and a side of shredded cabbage.