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

In Japan, there is a game show where contestants have to eat a meal while being interviewed by comedians who are trying to make them laugh.

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