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Hirohito (1901-1989) was emperor of Japan from 1926 until his death in 1989. He took over at a time of rising democratic sentiment, but his country soon turned toward ultra-nationalism and militarism. ... After Japan's surrender in 1945, he became a figurehead with no political power.
They wanted to keep trade with china open. :)
A. lol my teacher just told me.
