The Japanese entertainment industry has a long history dating back to the 17th century, with traditional forms of entertainment such as Kabuki theater, Noh theater, and Ukiyo-e woodblock prints. In the post-war period, Japan experienced rapid economic growth, and the entertainment industry began to flourish. The 1960s and 1970s saw the rise of Japanese pop music, with artists like The Beatles-inspired groups, such as The Spiders and The Tempters.