The Yokohama F. Marinos, a professional soccer team based in Yokohama, is one of the most successful teams in the J.League, having won several championships.

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

The Japanese river otter, once common throughout Japan, is now extinct due to habitat destruction and hunting.