Final answer:
Japan took control of German colonies in China and the Pacific during World War I.
Explanation:
Japan took control of the German colonies in China and the Pacific after seizing them during World War I. This expansion was part of Japan's efforts to establish itself as a major colonial power in the region, extending its territory beyond its borders.
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