“Occupied Japan” refers to the years 1945 through 1951 when western forces occupied Japan after WWII.The Allied Powers, led by the United States, occupied Japan from September 2, 1945, when Japan surrendered, until April 28, 1952, when the Treaty of San Francisco took effect. Items made in Japan during this time are stamped 'Occupied Japan' or 'Made in Occupied Japan' because the U.S. was only there occupying it for a short while.What began as a simple means of identification for U.S. import authorities has become a distinct symbol for  many collectors. Whether the label "Made in Occupied Japan" makes the item more or less valuable depends on several factors, including the rarity and desirability of the item, the condition it's in, and the preferences of buyers or collectors.

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