The Japanese wagtail is a small bird that is found throughout Japan's rivers and streams and is known for its distinctive bobbing tail.

Osaka Castle is a famous landmark in Osaka and a popular tourist attraction, with a museum that showcases the history of the castle and the city.

Astro Boy, created by Osamu Tezuka in 1963, is considered the first modern anime and helped to popularize the genre both in Japan and around the world.