: Holographic performers like Hatsune Miku sell out real-world stadium concerts. Live-Action Cinema and Television

Traditional Japanese entertainment, such as Kabuki theater and Bunraku puppetry, continues to be celebrated and performed today. Kabuki, a classical theater form, features stylized performances with elaborate costumes and sets, while Bunraku, a form of puppet theater, tells stories through intricate puppetry.

Silence. Then, a buzzer blared BUZZ! (pre-programmed). Pikaru hit her on the head with the foam bat. The studio audience roared with laughter. The director’s voice crackled in her earpiece: “Good. Now act dizzy. Spin around. Cry a little, but cute.”

The Japanese film industry, known as Nihon Eiga, has a long history dating back to the early 20th century. Japanese cinema has produced many world-renowned directors, including Akira Kurosawa, who is famous for his samurai films such as "Seven Samurai" and "Rashomon". Today, Japanese films continue to gain international recognition, with movies like "Spirited Away" (2001), "Departures" (2008), and "Your Name" (2016) achieving critical acclaim and commercial success.