The airbag, which was co-invented by Yasuzaburo Kobori and Allen K. Breed in the 1980s, has become a standard safety feature in automobiles worldwide.

The Kiyomizu-dera Temple in Kyoto is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a famous example of Japanese Buddhist architecture.

The Japanese government has implemented various policies and incentives to promote the development and adoption of eco-friendly vehicles, such as tax breaks and subsidies.