The era of Heisei -- meaning "achieving peace" -- was a period of peace in Japan, but it will also be remembered as an era of devastating natural disasters and economic stagnation that led to widening wealth gaps.Amid the sense of insecurity stemming from disasters and crimes as well as an uncertain outlook for the country's economy, sports played a role in encouraging Japanese nationals.Here is a photo collection of major events in Japan during the latter half of the Heisei Era.
