The Japanese serow is a goat-antelope native to Japan's mountainous regions, and is considered a national treasure in Japan.

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.

The electric toilet seat, which can be heated and has various cleaning and drying functions, has become a popular feature in Japanese households.