Kawasaki is a major industrial city located between Tokyo and Yokohama, and is known for its heavy machinery and technology industries.

The first novel ever written, The Tale of Genji, was written in Japan in the 11th century by a noblewoman named Murasaki Shikibu.

Karashi, a type of spicy mustard, is often served as a condiment with Japanese dishes such as sushi and grilled meat.