Japan is known for its technological advancements and is home to many major electronics companies, such as Sony, Panasonic, and Toshiba.

Osaka is Japan's third-largest city and a major commercial and industrial hub, with a population of over 19 million people in the greater Osaka area.

Japanese anime has gained a huge following outside of Japan and has become an important part of global popular culture, with many anime conventions and fan events held around the world.