Sapporo is the largest city on Japan's northern island of Hokkaido, and is known for its winter sports and beer.

Studio Ghibli, founded in 1985 by Hayao Miyazaki and Isao Takahata, is one of the most famous anime studios in the world and is known for producing critically acclaimed films such as Spirited Away and My Neighbor Totoro.

Niigata is a city located on Japan's western coast, and is known for its delicious seafood, sake, and snow festivals.