The roots of Japan's modern entertainment industry can be traced back to the post-World War II era, a period marked by rapid economic growth and a cultural shift towards modernization. The 1960s and 1970s saw the rise of television and the development of a vibrant music scene, led by artists such as The Beatles-inspired Japanese bands. However, it was not until the 1980s and 1990s that Japanese pop culture began to take on a distinct form, with the emergence of anime (Japanese animation) and manga (Japanese comics) as major cultural exports.
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