Proper noun
Manchukuo
(historical) A puppet state of Imperial Japan, existing from 1932 to 1945, conceived as a Manchu nation-state under the restored Qing dynasty.
A pin of either a Manchukuo flag or a five-pointed, five colored star with the Manchukuo national colors were worn on the collars. Source: Internet
Client states further Japanese The Empire of Japan created a number of client states in the areas occupied by its military, beginning with the creation of Manchukuo in 1932. Source: Internet
Diplomatic recognition Foreign recognition of Manchukuo China did not recognize Manchukuo but the two sides established official ties for trade, communications and transportation. Source: Internet
During Puyi's reign as Emperor of Manchukuo, his household was closely watched by the Japanese, who increasingly took steps toward the full Japanisation of Manchuria, to prevent him from becoming too independent. Source: Internet
During the Soviet offensive the Army of Manchukuo, on paper a 200,000-man force, performed poorly and whole units surrendered to the Soviets without firing a single shot; there were even cases of armed riots and mutinies against the Japanese forces. Source: Internet
Edward Behr, ibid, p. 202 Manchukuo was used as a base to invade the rest of China. Source: Internet