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Host City: München, West Germany
Date Started: August 27, 1972
Date Finished: September 9, 1972
Events for Japan: 2
Participants for Japan: 24 (12 men and 12 women)
Youngest Participant for Japan: Takako Shirai (20 years, 41 days)
Oldest Participant for Japan: Masayuki Minami (31 years, 51 days)
Most Medals for Japan (Athlete): 24 athletes with 1 medal