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Celebrations in Japan included a ritual ringing of the bell at the 17th century Shojoji temple at the stroke of midnight. Balloons were released in the air by thousands of gathered devotees. In Tokyo, a special millennium show featured performances by Japanese rock stars and a kabuki superstar.

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