Basketball is growing in popularity in Japan, with several professional teams and the national team competing at the highest level.

Ghost in the Shell, created by Masamune Shirow in 1989, is a popular anime and manga series that explores themes of cybernetics, artificial intelligence, and the nature of humanity.

Matsuyama is a city located on the island of Shikoku, and is known for its historic castle, hot springs, and literary history.