Japan Question Help

Question

1. Why is it a surprise that Japan is one of world's wealthiest, developed country with an outstanding economic development, compared to many other countries? How have they navigated these past two decades with such steady results? and how have they become one of the leading nations in the fields of scientific research, technology, machinery, etc? How did they go from cheap textiles to advanced manufacturing and services? Please provide a good explanation.

Answer 1

I think your premise is faulty. It is not a surprise. It is understandable because of the culture.