Japan is a constitutional monarchy with a population exceeding 123.9 million and one of the world’s largest economies. Its geography includes mountainous interiors, coastal plains, and dense urban centres. The economy is highly industrialised with a nominal GDP surpassing $4.0 trillion; key exports include vehicles, integrated circuits, and industrial machinery, while imports include crude petroleum, LNG, and electronics components.

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