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“We discussed the history of postwar Japan and how Japan had missed an opportunity to build a more functional democracy because of the focus on fighting communism driven in large part by the American occupation.”

Quote by Joichi Ito

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Joichi Ito is a renowned Japanese entrepreneur born in June 1966. He is known for his investments and leadership in the internet and technology sectors, particularly in digital media and emerging technologies. Ito served as the chair of Creative Commons and held significant positions in several startups. more

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