Japan is a constitutional monarchy located in East Asia. It has the world's third largest economy and Japanese people have the highest life expectancy globally. Japan consists of over 6,800 islands with a varied climate across its main islands of Hokkaido, Honshu, Shikoku, and Kyushu. Popular Japanese cuisine includes sushi, ramen noodles, and natto fermented soybeans. Anime and manga are also an important part of Japanese culture, with popular titles including Naruto, Bleach, Pokémon, and Attack on Titan.