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    Did Columbus even know that Japan existed? Commented Sep 27, 2013 at 5:44
  • @FelixGoldberg, Apparently, we don't know for sure. If you have some idea, share with us.
    – Mistu4u
    Commented Sep 27, 2013 at 5:47
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    Is there a source for the idea that Columbus thought he was in Japan? Commented Sep 27, 2013 at 5:48
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    Also, that map of Columbus voyages is completely wrong. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Viajes_de_colon_en.svg Commented Sep 27, 2013 at 8:41
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    That map is not referring to the various voyages of Columbus. Columbus never even reached the North American mainland. Hard to say exactly what it's referring to... what is the source of that map?
    – user2590
    Commented Sep 27, 2013 at 10:21