Sushi, a dish made with vinegared rice and various fillings such as raw fish or vegetables, is one of the most famous Japanese foods and has become popular around the world.
The Japanese spider crab is the largest arthropod in the world, with a leg span of up to 4 meters (13 feet).
Japan has a tradition of wrapping gifts in cloth called furoshiki, which can be reused and is more environmentally friendly.