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In the later years of the 19th century and in the early years of the 20th century, certainly Japan was a rising power in the Pacific region especially in the East Asian area. The Imperialism forces of Europe, the USA and of Japan were all involved in gaining territory and spheres of influence, especially in China. The 1904-5 Russo-Japanese War was evidence of Japan's surprising power.As for the US, yes it had emerged as a Pacific power, with navy and holdings in the Philippines and Hawaii. But the US then was primarily concerned with keeping order in its own sphere in South America and Cuba.

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