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    There's a detailed introduction to the history of the Japanese Navy here.

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    Japan's military power has always been among the top in the world. Recently, the Japanese government has been revising its laws, and the U.S. wants to loosen the restrictions on Japan. They're hoping Japan can become a stabilizing force in Asia.

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    There are lots of exhibits, including submarines and airplanes. It's a really interesting museum that gives you a deeper understanding of military technology.

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    The scale model of the Yamato battleship is super impressive! There are lots of interactive exhibits inside, and you can even learn some cool science facts.

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    The museum explains the history of Kure and its connection to the navy. There's also a model of the Yamato, which was once the world's largest battleship. It's a great place to learn about Japanese shipbuilding and military technology.

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    Kure played an important role for the Japanese Navy during World War II. If you're visiting Hiroshima, it's worth stopping by here.

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    It's a rare opportunity to actually tour the inside of a submarine.

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    Visited the Yamato Museum and saw a model of the Yamato battleship, which was the largest warship in the world during WWII. I'm not really into warships or military history, but I was super impressed by how detailed and well-made the model was. The 'Navy Curry' at the museum restaurant was pretty good too—apparently, it's just like what the navy used to eat back in the day.

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    After Japan lost in World War II, a lot of military technology was hidden in private companies. The design of Taiwan's new submarine looks a lot like Japan's Soryu-class, and it's said that Japan provided some technical support.

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    Hiroshima's Kure City is a major shipbuilding and military port, with a highly developed defense industry. The 1:10 scale model of the Yamato battleship really shows off Japan's military strength.

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