Akita is a city located in northern Japan, and is known for its beautiful natural scenery, traditional festivals, and sake.

The instant noodle, invented by Momofuku Ando in 1958, has become a staple food item in many countries around the world.

The Kamakura period, which lasted from the 12th to the 14th century, was a time of political upheaval and marked the rise of the shogunate.