Why did Japan fail to become a superpower?

What made the Japanese so difficult to defeat?

This article examines the various factors that enabled Japan to be a formidable opponent in the Pacific War. These included their advantageous geography, access to resources, experienced military, use of kamikaze tactics, impact of weather conditions on Allied efforts, ability to adapt to changing circumstances, use of guerilla warfare tactics and unwillingness to surrender. All these factors combined created a formidable opponent which the Allies struggled to break through despite their best efforts.

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What caused the downfall of Japan?

This article provides an overview of the various factors that led to Japan's economic decline, beginning with an overview of its period of rapid economic growth prior to its downfall. It discusses the Japanese asset price bubble and its effects, as well as bankruptcy reforms and deregulation measures implemented by the government in response. It also examines the impact of the Asian Financial Crisis, changes in consumption patterns, increased competition due to globalization, and government debt and deflationary policies on Japan's economy.