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Tech Quiz: Technology In Japan

There’s no country more technologically advanced than Japan.

The scenes of futuristic Shinkansen ‘bullet trains’ and neon lights juxtapose with more traditional scenes, ceremonies-old traditions and beautiful shrines and temples.

But these stark contrasts seem to work. Since the Second World War, Japan has become a world leader in consumer electronics, IT and electronic entertainment and many of its biggest companies are household names in the West.

The Japanese technology industry’s  innovations and reputation for quality mean it still competes in an increasingly competitive global market. That’s not to say it hasn’t had a few hiccups in the past decade or so.

But what do you know about technology in Japan?

Find out with our quiz!

Steve McCaskill

Steve McCaskill is editor of TechWeekEurope and ChannelBiz. He joined as a reporter in 2011 and covers all areas of IT, with a particular interest in telecommunications, mobile and networking, along with sports technology.

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