The digital watch, invented by Seiko in the 1970s, revolutionized the way people tell time and made watches more convenient and accurate.

Japan has a rich cultural heritage, including traditional arts such as calligraphy, pottery, and ikebana (flower arrangement).

The Japanese men's national basketball team has competed in several Olympic Games and has produced several NBA players, including Rui Hachimura and Yuta Watanabe.