Tonkatsu, a dish made with breaded and deep-fried pork cutlet, is a popular Japanese dish that is often served with rice and a side of shredded cabbage.

The instant noodle, invented by Momofuku Ando in 1958, has become a staple food item in many countries around the world.

The Allied occupation of Japan following World War II brought about major political and social changes, including the drafting of a new constitution and the abolition of the samurai class.