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.
Karashi, a type of spicy mustard, is often served as a condiment with Japanese dishes such as sushi and grilled meat.
In Japan, there is a dish called natto, which is fermented soybeans that have a strong smell and slimy texture.