How did Japan get so big?
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How did Japan get so big?

This article examines the history of Japan and how it has become a powerful country with a strong economy and global presence. It covers early hunter-gatherer inhabitants, the unification of Japan under Yamato-Takeru, its expansion projects during imperial rule, the post-WWII "Economic Miracle" due to US aid and technological advances, cultural influences such as Confucianism and Shintoism, the impact of US occupation on modern day Japanese society and economy, and the rise of globalization. All these factors have contributed to Japan's success over the past few decades.
What was the punishment for Japanese returning after living overseas?
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What was the punishment for Japanese returning after living overseas?

This article examines the punishments faced by Japanese migrants returning home after living abroad during the Meiji period (1868-1912). Initially, they were met with harsh punishments such as fines and imprisonment due to fears of "westernization" or corruption by foreign influences. During World War II, some individuals were even sent to internment camps upon their return. However, attitudes towards returning overseas Japanese shifted after the war ended in 1945 and today most are welcomed back without any form of punishment due to recognition that they possess valuable skills which can help rebuild post-war Japan. Recent reforms have been made to immigration laws in order to make them more accommodating towards returning overseas Japanese.