Below is an context that describes a sql query, paired with an question that provides further information. Write an answer that appropriately completes the request.  # noqa: E501
### Context:
CREATE TABLE table_178242_7 (runner_up VARCHAR, international_destination VARCHAR)
### Question:
How many runner-ups were there when the show went to Japan?
### Answer:
SELECT COUNT(runner_up) FROM table_178242_7 WHERE international_destination = "Japan"