made in Japan

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Adjective

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made in Japan (not comparable)

  1. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: Manufactured in Japan.
    • 1983, Styx (lyrics and music), “Mr. Roboto”, in Kilroy Was Here:
      You're wondering who I am / Machine or mannequin / With parts made in Japan / I am the modern man
  2. (idiomatic, dated) [c. 1950s–70s] Cheaply manufactured; of poor or low quality, especially if made in East Asia.

Usage notes

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The quality of Japanese products has improved dramatically since the mid-20th century, and they are now generally considered to usually be of very high quality. Thus, the idiomatic uses of the phrase are now considered archaic.

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