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

The Gion district in Kyoto is famous for its traditional geisha culture and is a popular destination for tourists who want to experience traditional Japanese hospitality.

Mobile Suit Gundam, created by Yoshiyuki Tomino in 1979, is a popular anime series that helped to popularize the mecha genre of anime, which features giant robots.