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While Chinese President Xi Jinping prepares to extend his reign, he is moving to replace a symbol of friendship between his country and Japan. (Nikkei montage/CNS/Kyodo/Getty Images)

Analysis: Xi's favorite Zen master holds key to Japan rapprochement

17th-century monk traveled to Edo. Now his statue may be coming home

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