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dOHd:I agree with you, but let's not confuse what the Japanese consider salable production, typically sold in bulk, with the pieces of art sold as individuals. Actually, it seems to me that the Malaysian and Thai breeders are out-competing the Japanese in these bulk sales. Kinda like electronics, the low wage countries are filling the need for inexpensive 'bling'. We will be seeing the impact in a few more years. I think it will lead to the Japanese breeders providing better quality for export than they do now, which will be good for Western hobbyists. It will not be so good for the lesser Japanese breeders who depend on cheaper exports to make ends meet. Just my opinion.
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