In 1914, Japan took control of the region from Germany, building Buddhist temples, geisha houses and public baths.
Two Buddhist temples were also constructed during the Japanese colonial era, one at Dublon in Pohnpei and another in Chuuk. When World War II ended, Americans took control of majority of the islands in Micronesia, except for Kiribati and Nauru, and restricted them from visitors. After the Japanese settlers were repatriated, the Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples were either abandoned or demolished.
In 1979, the islands became the Federated States of Micronesia, though under a 15-year agreement in 1982, the islands allowed the United States to control the island relations and have military access in return for funding.
Dharma Centers and Organizations in Kolonia, Federated States of Micronesia
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