Why you should invest in Japan now

In 2006, the Japanese stockmarket disappointed with a mere 4% rise. But don't be put off, say Merryn Somerset Webb and Henry Scott Stokes - this could be one of the best investments you ever make.

After months of speculation and manic politicking, most of the bankers, brokers and dealers working in the City have now finally found out just how big their bonus really is.

But as they dither in the estate agents and car showrooms (a flat in Notting Hill? a Sunseeker Predator 68? an Aston Martin DB8?), those working in the booming markets of the West might spare a thought for their counterparts on the Japanese stockmarket.

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