Japanese cinema has a long history of producing critically acclaimed films, from Akira Kurosawa's classic samurai movies like "Seven Samurai" (1954) and "Rashomon" (1950), to modern blockbusters like "Spirited Away" (2001) and "Your Name" (2016). Japanese television, meanwhile, offers a wide range of programming, from soap operas and variety shows to anime and drama series. Popular TV shows like "Terrace House" and "The Man in the Mirror" have gained international followings, while anime series like "Dragon Ball," "Naruto," and "One Piece" have become global phenomena.