Question

Why did Japan expand its focus and try to take over a lot of the territory in south east Asia?

Answer 1

Japan was afraid of the US coming in even further

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Answer 2

Answer: Japan was afraid of the US coming in even further

Explanation: The US at that time had the Philippines (which is very close to Japan). This was the reason they were trying to take over a lot of territory in southeast Asia