Occupation of Japan
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At the end of World War II, Japan was occupied by the Allied
Powers, led by the United States with a contribution from the British
Commonwealth. This foreign presence marked the first time in its history that
the island nation had been occupied by a foreign power. The occupation
transformed Japan into a democracy modeled somewhat after the American New
Deal.
The San Francisco Peace Treaty signed on September 8, 1951
marked the end of the Allied occupation, and after it came into force on April
28, 1952, Japan was once again an independent country, save for the Ryukyu
Islands.
Made in Occupied Japan was printed on pottery, porcelain, toys, and
other goods made during the American occupation of Japan after World War II,
from 1947 to 1952. Collectors now search for these pieces. The items were made
for export.
