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Elements of Style: “Made in Occupied Japan”

Since I’ve started occasional saling, I’ve noticed a few pieces with a curious mark on them: “Occupied Japan” or “Made in Occupied Japan.” I thought “occupied Japan?”  Occupied by whom?  When?  Why?  Given that the words are in English, I … Continue reading

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