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Japan and the Koreas are rugged, mountainous areas surrounded by water.
The main physical features of Japan and the Koreas are rugged mountains.
The climates and resources of Japan and the Koreas vary from north to south.
Japan has overcome many challenges to become one of the most highly developed countries in Asia.
Japan's early government was ruled by emperors and shoguns.
Japanese culture blends traditional customs with modern innovations.
Since World War II, Japan has developed a democratic government.
Japan has become of the world's strongest economies.
A shortage of open space shapes daily life in Japan.
Crowding, competition, and pollution are among Japan's main issues and challenges.
Though they share a common history and culture, the two Koreas have very different governments and economies.
Korea was one state with a shared history until the Korean War.
Korean culture reflects its long history, and traditions continue into today.
The people of South Korea today have freedom and economic opportunities.
The people of North Korea today have little freedom or economic opportunity.
Some people in both South and North Korea support the idea of Korean reunification.
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