Udon, a type of thick noodle soup, is a popular Japanese dish that is often served with various toppings.

The airbag, which was co-invented by Yasuzaburo Kobori and Allen K. Breed in the 1980s, has become a standard safety feature in automobiles worldwide.

Japan has more than 5 million vending machines, including ones that sell bananas, underwear, and even canned bread.