The Japanese entertainment industry has a long history, dating back to the 17th century with the emergence of Kabuki theater and traditional music, known as "Enka." In the post-WWII era, Japanese entertainment began to modernize, with the introduction of Western-style music, film, and television. The 1960s and 1970s saw the rise of popular music groups, such as The Spiders and The Tempters, who paved the way for future generations of Japanese artists.
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