The electric guitar, invented by Fujigen Gakki in the 1950s, has become a staple instrument in popular music worldwide.

The Japanese marten is a small carnivorous mammal that is found throughout Japan's forests and is known for its agility and speed.

The Japanese men's national basketball team has competed in several Olympic Games and has produced several NBA players, including Rui Hachimura and Yuta Watanabe.