Ramen, a type of noodle soup, is another popular Japanese dish that has gained a following around the world.

Niigata is a city located on Japan's western coast, and is known for its delicious seafood, sake, and snow festivals.

The Hells of Beppu in Beppu, a city on the island of Kyushu, are a series of hot springs that are too hot for bathing, but are a unique and interesting sight to see.