made in Japan
English edit
Adjective edit
made in Japan (not comparable)
- 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
- (idiomatic, dated) [c. 1950s–70s] Cheaply manufactured; of poor or low quality, especially if made in East Asia.
Usage notes edit
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.
Translations edit
manufactured in Japan
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