The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya, created by Nagaru Tanigawa in 2003, is a popular light novel series and anime that explores themes of existentialism, time travel, and alternate realities.

Niigata is a city located on Japan's western coast, and is known for its delicious seafood, sake, and snow festivals.

The Akihabara district in Tokyo is famous for its electronics stores, anime shops, and cosplay culture.