While many foods have come and gone since the 1970s, this everyday item -- which was still a novelty -- has remained a popular favorite among Americans.

Close up of a person eating ramen with chopsticks and a spoon, white bowl place on a wooden table - Alexander Spatari/Getty Images Japan is a country renowned for its exceptional food, both in terms ...

Japan is a country renowned for its exceptional food, both in terms of quality and the skill and finesse that go into a meal. It is also a society bound by tradition and a culture that values ...