Matsuyama is a city located on the island of Shikoku, and is known for its historic castle, hot springs, and literary history.
The emoji, invented by Shigetaka Kurita in 1999, has become a popular form of communication and a ubiquitous feature of modern digital communication.
The electric guitar, invented by Fujigen Gakki in the 1950s, has become a staple instrument in popular music worldwide.