The bullet train (Shinkansen), which began operation in 1964, was the first high-speed train system in the world and is still one of the fastest.

The compact disc (CD) was co-invented by Philips and Sony in the 1980s and has since replaced vinyl records as the primary means of music storage.

The Japanese automotive industry has a long and rich history, with many iconic cars and models that have become symbols of Japanese engineering and innovation.