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Tokyo, June 30, 1966. The announcer raised his hand and spoke in a loud voice: "Ladies and gentlemen, let's welcome the Beatles!" The band took the stage. Fans cheered and clapped. It was a historic moment. For the first time, a rock band would play the Budokan. Fans would hear loud rock music in an arena reserved only for martial arts -- sports like judo, karate, and kendo.
But not everyone rejoiced. Some people said, "Rock music does not belong in the Budokan!" They b...