The airbag, which was co-invented by Yasuzaburo Kobori and Allen K. Breed in the 1980s, has become a standard safety feature in automobiles worldwide.

The Japanese automotive industry is a major employer in Japan, with over 1.3 million people working in the industry.

Miso soup, a soup made with fermented soybean paste, is a popular Japanese dish that is often served as a side dish.