The bullet train (Shinkansen), which began operation in 1964, was the first high-speed train system in the world and is still one of the fastest.
Japanese anime has gained a huge following outside of Japan and has become an important part of global popular culture, with many anime conventions and fan events held around the world.
Kawasaki is a major industrial city located between Tokyo and Yokohama, and is known for its heavy machinery and technology industries.