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Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force
Facing 'Rising Sun' Flag Row, Japan Withdraws From International Fleet Review
By Daniel Hurst
The dispute once again illustrates the extent to which history plagues modern Japan-South Korea relations.
Japan Successfully Shoots Down Ballistic Missile in Test
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Japan and the United States have successfully tested the Aegis ballistic missile defense system on Tuesday.
Japan Gears up for Electronic Warfare
By Aki Nakai
Japan is going electromagnetic, with implications for Japanese security policy and the U.S. regional strategy.
Japan’s New Guided Missile Destroyer to Be Fitted With SM-6 Interceptor Missile
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Japan’s upgraded Atago-class guided missile destroyer will reportedly be fitted with the supersonic SM-6 missile interceptor.
Japan Deploys Flotilla to South China Sea
By Steven Stashwick
The flotilla consists of three ships, including Japan’s largest helicopter destroyer.
Japan Launches New Guided Missile Destroyer Capable of Ballistic Missile Defense
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Japan Marine United launched the first of two improved guided missile destroyers earlier this week.
India, Japan to Hold First-Ever Military Exercises Involving Ground Troops
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Japanese defense minister is reportedly arranging a visit to India in August to discuss expanding military exercises between the two countries.
How Defending Fishing Groups Factors Into Japan’s Naval Development
By Nicole L. Freiner
The Japanese government aims to increase its naval capabilities to address a wide range of threats and risks.
Japan’s Largest Aircraft Carrier to Operate in South China Sea, Indian Ocean for 2 Months
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Japan’s largest warship will tour the South China and Indian Ocean for two months beginning in September.
India, US, and Japan Conclude ‘Malabar’ Military Exercise
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The trilateral naval exercise conducted off the coast of Guam ended on June 16.
India, US, and Japan to Hold ‘Malabar’ Naval War Games This Week
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The trilateral naval exercise has grown in complexity over recent years.
Japan Debating Size of Sub Killer Aircraft Fleet
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Japanese government is currently deliberating the size of its P-1 maritime patrol aircraft fleet.