Trivia in Japan
Learn fascinating facts and trivia about this country
National symbols
Flag: A simple design featuring the Hinomaru (red circle) on a white background, symbolizing the land of the rising sun
Emblem: Imperial Seal with Sixteen-Petal Chrysanthemum (Kikumon)
Trivia & facts
- The Imperial family is said to be the world's longest continuing monarchy, with lineage traditionally traced to Emperor Jimmu
- Shinkansen on-time performance exceeds 99%, the world's highest standard
- Vending machine density per capita is reportedly the world's highest
- Multiple remote islands serve as cat islands, rabbit islands, and other animal-themed tourist destinations
- Japanese phonology is relatively simple with 5 vowels and approximately 15 consonants
- 67% of land is forested, yet food self-sufficiency is 38% on a caloric basis
- Over 60,000 convenience stores, with some areas having one store within a 500m radius
- Over 900 municipalities feature local designs on manhole covers
- World's first holographic 3D portraits introduced on banknotes (2024 new bills)
- Anime industry market size is approximately 3 trillion yen with overseas sales ratio expanding annually