Following World War II, Japan experienced a period of rapid economic growth and cultural transformation. The 1960s and 1970s saw the emergence of Japan's popular culture, with the rise of rock music, idol groups, and television. The Japanese entertainment industry began to take on a more modern and globalized form, with the establishment of companies such as Sony, Toshiba, and Honda.
Anime (animation) and manga (comic books) are the crown jewels of Japan's cultural exports. Unlike Western comics, which historically focused on superheroes, manga spans every conceivable genre—from corporate drama and sports to psychological horror and slice-of-life romance. Following World War II, Japan experienced a period