industrialized
yes
They actually didn't become a democracy. Since 1046 they have been a monarchy. If we are to find the first democracy that historically is Greece.
Yes, there are raccoons in Japan. They were introduced to the country in the 20th century and have since become an invasive species causing problems for native wildlife.
Economic prosperity and choosing their friends well
They used to eat rice but their diet got influenced by the cultures of other nations and therefore diversified.
Nicaragua has been a member of the United Nations since the UN's founding on October 24, 1945.
This question likely has no exact answer since no unit has emerged as a primary world political unit, but the closest existing institution to that is likely the United Nations. The state
Iwo Jima was a possession of Japan since about 1862.
Fimmvorduhals volcano! i think, haha
The oldest business in the world is thought to be Nishiyama Onsen Keiunkan, a hot spring hotel in Japan that has been operated by the same family for over 1,300 years, since 705 AD.
China did not leave World War II; in fact, it was one of the major Allied powers fighting against Japan during the war. China had been engaged in conflict with Japan since 1937, with the Second Sino-Japanese War merging into the broader conflict of World War II. After Japan's surrender on September 2, 1945, China emerged as one of the victorious nations and became a founding member of the United Nations.
The European Cup became known as the UEFA Champions League since the 1992-1993 season.