Matcha, a powdered green tea, is a popular Japanese beverage that is often used in traditional tea ceremonies.

The Japanese spider crab is the largest arthropod in the world, with a leg span of up to 4 meters (13 feet).

Hayao Miyazaki, one of the most famous and influential anime directors of all time, has created many classic anime films such as Spirited Away, Princess Mononoke, and Howl's Moving Castle.