I see the term "Japanese" forklift used as a derogatory term at Forkliftaction discussion groups by some of its members from time to time. I would like to know what forklifts fall into that group and which forklifts do not. Or even if there is such a thing as a "Japanese" forklift. Also I would like to know what is wrong (or right) with "Japanese" forklifts.

Thanks!