The Golden Pavilion in Kyoto is a famous temple covered in gold leaf and surrounded by a tranquil pond and garden.

The Walkman, invented by Sony in 1979, revolutionized personal music listening by allowing users to listen to music on the go.

The Shinkansen, or bullet train, is a popular mode of transportation for tourists in Japan, and travels at speeds of up to 320 km/h (200 mph).