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The Numbers Behind Japan?s Sputtering Economy
New York Times

China ?builds pier for warships? near disputed Diaoyu Islands
South China Morning Post

Rio Olympics 2016: Japan win first ever badminton gold medal
BBC

Only a cruel despot would stop Japan?s emperor retiring
Guardian

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Perry?s Black Ships in Japan: The Whitewash of History
Japan Focus

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One in six Japanese children now lives in poverty.
 
Source: NHK

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