Golf is a popular leisure activity in Japan, and the country has produced several successful professional golfers such as Hideki Matsuyama and Ryo Ishikawa.
Japanese automakers are known for their high-quality vehicles, with many Japanese models consistently ranking at the top of reliability and customer satisfaction surveys.
The Hakone Ekiden, a long-distance relay race held annually between Tokyo and Hakone, is one of the most prestigious races in Japanese college athletics.