The electric guitar, invented by Fujigen Gakki in the 1950s, has become a staple instrument in popular music worldwide.
The Great East Japan Earthquake of 2011 and subsequent tsunami devastated Japan's northeast coast and caused the Fukushima nuclear disaster.
Takamatsu is a city located on the island of Shikoku, and is known for its beautiful gardens, udon noodles, and art museums.