Anime refers to animated works that are created in Japan and often feature colorful and stylized animation, complex storylines, and richly developed characters.
The Shinkansen, or bullet train, is a popular mode of transportation for tourists in Japan, and travels at speeds of up to 320 km/h (200 mph).
The Japanese yen is the official currency of Japan and is the third most traded currency in the world, after the US dollar and the euro.