Fullmetal Alchemist, created by Hiromu Arakawa in 2001, is a popular manga and anime series that explores themes of science, magic, and the consequences of human ambition.

Takoyaki, a dish made with small balls of batter filled with chopped octopus, is a popular Japanese street food.

Japanese automakers have been leaders in developing autonomous driving technologies, with several companies investing heavily in research and development in this area.