Post WWII
Which country occupied Japan after WWII?
United States
Who led U.S. rebuilding efforts in Japan?
Douglass MacArthur
Japan focused on rebuilding which part of society?
The economy
What global conflict shaped Japan’s recovery? Hint: It was a war that existed for decades between the US and the Soviet Union, but no shots were fired.
Cold War
Democracy means people can do what to govern themselves?
Vote for leaders and legislation.
Why did the US feel obligated to help rebuild Japan?
The use of nuclear weapons.
What did the U.S. help Japan rebuild?
Factories, Schools, Government
What helped Japan become an economic power?
U.S. aid and technology
Japan became an ally of which country?
United States
Containment means what?
Stopping the spread of communism
How do we know that the rebuilding of Japan was a success?
Japan became a democracy and one of the biggest economies in the world.
How did rebuilding Japan help the Cold War?
Created a strong anti-communist ally
What industries grew quickly?
Cars and electronics
What ideology was the U.S. trying to stop?
Communism
Japan was rebuilt peacefully instead of punished—why?
To gain an ally
What directly helped Japan rebuild quickly after WWII?
US investment(Money)
What freedoms were added to Japan’s government?
Voting rights, civil right
How did economic growth support democracy?
Improved living standards for citizens
How did Japan differ from China politically after WWII?
Japan was democratic; China was communist
How did Japan’s recovery affect Asia?
Stability and economic growth. They began to trade with other Asian nations.
How did Japan’s new constitution limit its military power?
Demilitarized, could not engage in war unless directly attacked.
Why was Japan important to U.S. containment strategy?
Location in Asia near communist countries
Why was economic recovery important for political stability for the United States?
Reduced support for communism
The U.S. feared communism woudl spread in Asia when one country falls...they all fall. Name the theory.
Domino Theory
How did Japan’s rebuilding reflect U.S. Cold War goals?
Strengthened containment strategy with a an ally in Asia.