Japan's Post-War (i.e. after WWII) economic miracle to become one of the world's richest and most influential countries was due to which three things, according to the video: Saving and investing money; Strengthening education and training; Continued military expansion. Saving and investing money; Continued military expansion; Working long hours. Continued military expansion; Strengthening education and training; Working long hours. Saving and investing money; Strengthening education and training; Working long hours.
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