The Japanese murrelet is a small seabird that is native to Japan's coastal waters and is known for its distinctive black and white markings.

Studio Trigger, founded in 2011 by former Gainax employees, is a prominent anime studio known for producing visually stunning and creatively innovative anime such as Kill la Kill and Promare.

Okayama is a city located on Japan's western coast, and is known for its beautiful gardens, temples, and museums.