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The text is a transcript of a documentary about the history of Japan from the beginning of the Showa era in 1926 to the start of the Pacific War in 1941. It covers various topics such as:
- The political, social and economic changes that occurred in Japan during this period, such as the rise of militarism, the end of party politics, the expansion into Manchuria and China, the withdrawal from the League of Nations, the national mobilization system, and the deterioration of relations with the United States.
- The cultural and lifestyle aspects of Japan during this period, such as the introduction of new technologies, fashion trends, entertainment, sports, education, and propaganda.
- The personal stories and experiences of some people who lived through this period, such as soldiers, farmers, workers, students, women, and immigrants.
The text uses a mix of narration, interviews, archival footage, music, and sound effects to create a vivid and comprehensive picture of this historical era. It also uses some Japanese words and phrases that are not translated or explained in the text. The text is long and detailed, but not well organized or structured. It jumps from one topic to another without clear transitions or connections. It also contains some irrelevant or inaccurate information, such as dates that do not match the events or names that are misspelled or mispronounced. The text ends abruptly without a conclusion or a preview of the next episode.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. On December 29, 1926, Japan transitioned from the Taisho era to the Showa era.
2. The first subway in Japan opened between Asakusa and Ueno in 2015.
3. The Treaty of Versailles was signed in 1918 following World War I.
4. The League of Nations was established in 1920.
5. Japan experienced a chronic recession after World War I.
6. The Great Kanto Earthquake caused significant confusion.
7. On October 20, 1939, a major stock market crash began on Wall Street, marking the start of the Great Depression.
8. In February 1938, Japan held its first general election based on the Universal Suffrage Act enacted in 1920.
9. The Universal Suffrage Act granted voting rights to all men over the age of 25.
10. The Peace Preservation Law was enacted in 1920 to crack down on socialist movements.
11. In June, the maximum penalty for violating the Peace Preservation Law was raised to the death penalty.
12. The Manchurian Incident began in September 1930.
13. Japan established military control over Manchuria and formed Manchukuo in 1932.
14. The League of Nations could not recognize Manchukuo as it was a puppet government.
15. Japan's expansion into Manchuria continued despite international opposition.
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