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mineral deposits
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Japan
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Limited mineral deposits, leading to a reliance on imports for industrial needs
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mineral resources
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Japan
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Reliance on imports for mineral resources
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mineral specimen
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Japan
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Used as a decorative element in traditional interior design and feng shui practices
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mineral water
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Japan
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Less commonly consumed with meals, other beverages like tea or local soft drinks are preferred
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5
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mineralogy
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Japan
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Mineralogy often includes traditional beliefs about the healing properties and energy of crystals and gemstones.
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6
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minerals
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Japan
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Minerals from natural hot springs are thought to have therapeutic and healing properties, leading to frequent visits to hot spring resorts.
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