Question

What does the author mean when he states that, “while Japan fits into the wider model of changes to production and distribution brought in by the Industrial Revolution, its particular place within this system is unique?”

Answer 1

The author means that Japan had a special product/ service that made it stand out during the Industrial Revolution.

Step-by-step explanation:

Examples include cotton, silk, and railroads.

Answer 2

Step-by-step explanation:

The author means that even though Japan has a larger trading system (I assume that is what it's referring to) it does not exactly fit the same terms as a usual trading system would.