In 1970, only two mosques existed in the country, but now more than 200 offer sanctuary to Japan’s Muslims.
![A Muslim boy breaks his fast during the holy month of Ramadan at the Tokyo Mosque [Reuters]](/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/201411212743915734_20.jpeg?resize=270%2C180&quality=80)
In 1970, only two mosques existed in the country, but now more than 200 offer sanctuary to Japan’s Muslims.
![A Muslim boy breaks his fast during the holy month of Ramadan at the Tokyo Mosque [Reuters]](/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/201411212743915734_20.jpeg?resize=270%2C180&quality=80)
Failure in Sunday’s election after three years in power leaves leftists once again relegated to the sidelines.
