TOKYO - The 1964 Tokyo Olympics left an indelible impact as Japan showcased to the world innovations such as high-speed rail and pictograms, used to represent the different sports and amenities such as male and female toilets, which have become a ubiquitous language that bridges communication barriers worldwide.
But present-day Japan seems to have lost its edge even if it is still regarded as a technological powerhouse.
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