Shonen Jump, a weekly manga magazine published by Shueisha, has been a major influence on the development of anime and manga culture in Japan, and has produced many popular anime series such as Dragon Ball, One Piece, and Naruto.

Sapporo is the largest city on Japan's northern island of Hokkaido, and is known for its winter sports and beer.

Takamatsu is a city located on the island of Shikoku, and is known for its beautiful gardens, udon noodles, and art museums.