The Todaiji Temple in Nara is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to the world's largest bronze statue of Buddha.

The Subaru Impreza WRX, first introduced in 1992, is a high-performance rally car that has gained a devoted following among car enthusiasts.

The Mongol invasions of Japan in the 13th century were repelled by a combination of strategic planning and a typhoon that destroyed the invading fleet.