How did japan become the most powerful nation in asia?

Japan was known to have a strong modern military force which was comprised of the Army and Navy. It won brief wars against China in 1894-1895 and Russia in 1904-1905.

Japan's sole intent was to try to become a world power and dominate the Pacific. It made its intentions known by attacking the Pearl Harbor and a war with the United States started in which the United States later war with the backing of its allies such as the United Kingdom and Soviet Union

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