Post-occupation Japan is the period in Japanese history which started after the Allied occupation of Japan and ended in 1952. Japan has established itself as a global economic and political power. Even though after the war, Japan was led by an American written Constitution, they were still able to exert a stance that showed powerful influence. The Constitution was enacted on November 3, 1946 and became effective May 3, 1947. It included Article 9 clause, which restricted Japan from having a military force and engaging in war. Over the years, the meaning of article 9 has been interpreted differently, because the United States now encourages Japan to control its own security. The Liberal Democratic Party would like to see the Constitution and Article 9 amended.(LOC,2018)