Studio Trigger, founded in 2011 by former Gainax employees, is a prominent anime studio known for producing visually stunning and creatively innovative anime such as Kill la Kill and Promare.

The Japanese are known for their love of vending machines, which can be found on nearly every street corner and sell everything from snacks to underwear.

The Tokyo Marathon, first held in 2007, has become one of the most popular marathons in the world, with over 30,000 runners participating each year.