The instant noodle, invented by Momofuku Ando in 1958, has become a staple food item in many countries around the world.
The Tsukiji Fish Market in Tokyo is the largest fish market in the world and a popular destination for foodies and tourists.
The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya, created by Nagaru Tanigawa in 2003, is a popular light novel series and anime that explores themes of existentialism, time travel, and alternate realities.