The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 4 letter word DOJO
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The straight part
We know that "Area of conflict in Japan" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case area of conflict in japan = dojo.The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does DOJO mean?
DOJO noun- The ring, made of compacted clay, in which a sumo wrestling match is held.
- A training facility, usually led by one or more sensei; a hall or room used for such training.
- (by extension) A room or other facility used for other activities, such as meditation or software development.
- The dojo loach, Japanese weather loach, or pond loach (Misgurnus anguillicaudatus), a freshwater fish native to East Asia.