The Walkman, invented by Sony in 1979, revolutionized personal music listening by allowing users to listen to music on the go.

The Japanese automotive industry has been impacted by global trade tensions and economic uncertainties, with some automakers shifting production to other countries to reduce costs and diversify risks.

Tennis is also popular in Japan, with several Japanese players competing at the highest level of the sport, including Naomi Osaka and Kei Nishikori.