Japan's Pursuit of North Korean Summit: Failure is a Low-Cost OptionLow opportunity cost even if the summit failsJapan’s security interests must have close cooperation with the US and South Korea The Japanese government, pushing for a summit with North Korea, needs the support of President Joe Biden, according to a US diplomatic and security authority. The reason is that the opportunity cost is low even […]
Japan's Type 12 Surface-to-Ship Missile: Rising Power in Ground Self-Defense Force-Part 3Future Developments: Extending the Reach and Stealth Capabilities According to the reports, the new missile will be developed based on the existing ground-to-ship missile. The Japanese Ministry of Defense will increase the range of the truck-mounted Type 12 ground-to-ship guided missile deployed on Miyako Island in the Okinawa and Miyako Strait from 93 to 124 […]
Japan's Type 12 Surface-to-Ship Missile: Rising Power in Ground Self-Defense Force-Part 2The Type 12 ground-to-ship missile system comprises two search and detection radars, a relay device, command and control equipment, fire control devices, and missile launch vehicles. Each missile launch vehicle can carry up to six missiles and can be deployed in numbers ranging from one to four. Additionally, there is a vehicle that transports spare […]
Dawn of a New Era in US-Japan Relations: Joint Weapons Production DealThe United States and Japan are set to declare a New Era in their bilateral relations, coinciding with the US-Japan summit on the 10th. Specifically, Japan’s role as a principal security partner in the Indo-Pacific region will be significantly expanded, and a groundbreaking cooperation system in the defense industry will be established. Kurt M. Campbell, […]
Australia's North Korea Nightmare Uncovered: What You Need to KnowHow does Australia view North Korea? The relationship between Australia and North Korea is somewhat similar to, yet distinct from, that between North Korea and Japan. Our reporter, Kim Seok Hwi, from Australia, will explain which keywords are associated with North Korea in Australia. Unlike Japan, which has never established diplomatic relations with North Korea […]
Japan's Deep Fear of North Korea - What They're Really Searching For: Part 2◇ Keyword 2: Public Execution The second notable keyword is “public execution.” Japan also carries out executions. However, Article 477(2) of the Japanese Code of Criminal Procedure stipulates that no one can enter the execution ground unless they have been granted permission by a prosecutor or the head of the penal facility. In practice, entry […]
Japan's Deep Fear of North Korea - What They're Really Searching For: Part 1Which are the two countries that dislike North Korea the most? Thanks to the influence of Hallyu (Korean Wave), global favorability towards South Korea is on the rise. But what about North Korea? The reality is that the world’s perception of North Korea, plagued by issues like provocations and violation of human rights, is not […]
North Korean Soccer Team Shows Confidence for Match Against Japan Despite FIFA SanctionsDespite receiving a fine and a forfeit loss penalty from the International Football Federation (FIFA), the North Korean soccer team still expressed strong confidence in their upcoming match against Japan. North Korean cheering squad (unrelated to the article) / News1 North Korea, who originally planned to host their home game against Japan in the 2026 […]
North Korea Faces Fine and Forfeit After Suddenly Cancelling Home GameFIFA fines North Korean Football Association approximately $10,800 ⓒ AP=Newsis After abruptly canceling a home game in Pyongyang against Japan, North Korea faces a fine and a forfeit. FIFA announced on its website on the 2nd (local time) that it had fined the North Korean Football Association approximately $10,800. The fourth round of the Group […]
North Korea's Missile Madness: Provocation Strikes JapanNorth Korea launched an intermediate-range ballistic missile just two weeks after conducting a large-scale artillery firing drill on the 18th of last month. The Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) announced on the 2nd, “Our military detected a flying object, presumed to be an intermediate-range ballistic missile, launched from the Pyongyang area towards the East Sea […]
Japan's Defense Export Revolution: A Game Changer in Global Politics? - Part 4Competition between Korea and Japan in the fighter jet market is Inevitable The greatest concern for the South Korean defense industry is Japan’s move to export fighter jets. Japan, jointly developing next-generation fighter jets with the UK and Italy for deployment in the 2030s, has even revised its laws to facilitate sales. The Fumio Kishida […]
Japan's Defense Export Revolution: A Game Changer in Global Politics? - Part 3“The surge in South Korea’s K-defense exports stimulates Japan” The reason Japanese defense companies are aggressively launching sales is not only due to the strong will of the Japanese government to export defense equipment but also due to the changes in the rapidly growing global defense market after the Ukraine war. For example, in the […]
Japan's Defense Export Revolution: A Game Changer in Global Politics? - Part 2Japan’s First Offensive Weapon Export After World War II The South Korean defense industry interprets Japan’s move as an intention to curb the Korean defense industry as the boom in the South Korean defense industry intensifies, along with Japan’s transition to a normal country. Since the Ukraine war, countries worldwide have been increasing their defense […]
Japan's Defense Export Revolution: A Game Changer in Global Politics? - Part 1Japan, which has had strictly limited arms exports since its defeat in World War II, is accelerating its defense exports. According to Japanese media, Japan announced a plan to approve the export of the sixth-generation advanced fighter jet being jointly developed with the UK and Italy at a cabinet meeting on March 26. Consequently, Japan […]
U.S. and Japan Forge Alliance to Tackle China's Semiconductor SupremacyUpcoming Summit to Confirm CooperationPlans to Collaborate with G7 and Others The United States and Japan are set to bolster their semiconductor alliance against China, expanding the front to include general-purpose semiconductors. According to Yomiuri Shimbun, on the 2nd, the United States and Japan reached an agreement to reinforce their cooperation in establishing a semiconductor […]
Concern Regarding Japan's 'Red Yeast' Dietary Supplement Extends to ChinaORIGINAL LINK : https://www.asiatoday.co.kr/view.php?key=20240331010018044 Kobayashi Pharmaceutical’s President Akihiro Kobayashi (second from the left) and other executives bow their heads in apology at a press conference held in Osaka on the 29th regarding the health supplement incident involving ‘Red Yeast (Hongguk)’. / Xinhua, Yonhap. The repercussions of Japan’s Kobayashi Pharmaceutical’s ‘Red Yeast (Hongguk)’ health supplement incident, […]
Tensions Escalate in South China Sea DisputeChinese coast guard fires water cannons at Filipino supply ship on March 23rdTripartite summit scheduled for next month with participation of U.S., Japan, and Philippines Amid escalating tensions with China in the South China Sea, a region marred by territorial sovereignty disputes, the Philippines has called for enhanced maritime security measures from its authorities. According […]
North Korea Shuts Door on Japan: 'No Intentions' for TalksNorth Korean Foreign Minister Choe Son Hui (Photo = DPRK Today) North Korea has reiterated that it has no intention of meeting with Japan. Choe Son Hui, North Korea’s Foreign Minister, said on the 29th, “North Korean talk is not of our interest, and we will not allow any attempt by Japan to make contact.” […]
North Korea’s Kim Yo Jong: 'We Will Turn Away and Reject Any Contact With Japan'North Korea changed its position just a day after conveying an intention to pursue a bilateral summit“We should not be taken advantage of the Prime Minister of Japan who records the lowest approval rate” North Korean Party Deputy Director Kim Yo Jong [Photo= Yonhap News] Kim Yo Jong, the Deputy Director of North Korea’s Workers’ […]
Japan Prepares for Potential Return of Trump, Utilizes Ex-Interpreter Sunao TakaoFanatically prepares for the impact of Trump returning to power Japan is reportedly preparing for the possibility of former U.S. President Donald Trump’s return to power. According to Reuters on the 26th (local time), the Japanese government is considering dispatching Sunao Takao, former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s ex-interpreter who has previously interpreted between Trump and […]
Japan's Pursuit of North Korean Summit: Failure is a Low-Cost Option Low opportunity cost even if the summit failsJapan’s security interests must have close cooperation with the US and South Korea The Japanese government, pushing for a summit with North Korea, needs the support of President Joe Biden, according to a US diplomatic and security authority. The reason is that the opportunity cost is low even […]
Japan's Type 12 Surface-to-Ship Missile: Rising Power in Ground Self-Defense Force-Part 3 Future Developments: Extending the Reach and Stealth Capabilities According to the reports, the new missile will be developed based on the existing ground-to-ship missile. The Japanese Ministry of Defense will increase the range of the truck-mounted Type 12 ground-to-ship guided missile deployed on Miyako Island in the Okinawa and Miyako Strait from 93 to 124 […]
Dawn of a New Era in US-Japan Relations: Joint Weapons Production Deal The United States and Japan are set to declare a New Era in their bilateral relations, coinciding with the US-Japan summit on the 10th. Specifically, Japan’s role as a principal security partner in the Indo-Pacific region will be significantly expanded, and a groundbreaking cooperation system in the defense industry will be established. Kurt M. Campbell, […]
Australia's North Korea Nightmare Uncovered: What You Need to Know How does Australia view North Korea? The relationship between Australia and North Korea is somewhat similar to, yet distinct from, that between North Korea and Japan. Our reporter, Kim Seok Hwi, from Australia, will explain which keywords are associated with North Korea in Australia. Unlike Japan, which has never established diplomatic relations with North Korea […]
North Korean Soccer Team Shows Confidence for Match Against Japan Despite FIFA Sanctions Despite receiving a fine and a forfeit loss penalty from the International Football Federation (FIFA), the North Korean soccer team still expressed strong confidence in their upcoming match against Japan. North Korean cheering squad (unrelated to the article) / News1 North Korea, who originally planned to host their home game against Japan in the 2026 […]
North Korea Faces Fine and Forfeit After Suddenly Cancelling Home Game FIFA fines North Korean Football Association approximately $10,800 ⓒ AP=Newsis After abruptly canceling a home game in Pyongyang against Japan, North Korea faces a fine and a forfeit. FIFA announced on its website on the 2nd (local time) that it had fined the North Korean Football Association approximately $10,800. The fourth round of the Group […]
North Korea's Missile Madness: Provocation Strikes Japan North Korea launched an intermediate-range ballistic missile just two weeks after conducting a large-scale artillery firing drill on the 18th of last month. The Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) announced on the 2nd, “Our military detected a flying object, presumed to be an intermediate-range ballistic missile, launched from the Pyongyang area towards the East Sea […]
Japan's Defense Export Revolution: A Game Changer in Global Politics? - Part 4 Competition between Korea and Japan in the fighter jet market is Inevitable The greatest concern for the South Korean defense industry is Japan’s move to export fighter jets. Japan, jointly developing next-generation fighter jets with the UK and Italy for deployment in the 2030s, has even revised its laws to facilitate sales. The Fumio Kishida […]
U.S. and Japan Forge Alliance to Tackle China's Semiconductor Supremacy Upcoming Summit to Confirm CooperationPlans to Collaborate with G7 and Others The United States and Japan are set to bolster their semiconductor alliance against China, expanding the front to include general-purpose semiconductors. According to Yomiuri Shimbun, on the 2nd, the United States and Japan reached an agreement to reinforce their cooperation in establishing a semiconductor […]
Concern Regarding Japan's 'Red Yeast' Dietary Supplement Extends to China ORIGINAL LINK : https://www.asiatoday.co.kr/view.php?key=20240331010018044 Kobayashi Pharmaceutical’s President Akihiro Kobayashi (second from the left) and other executives bow their heads in apology at a press conference held in Osaka on the 29th regarding the health supplement incident involving ‘Red Yeast (Hongguk)’. / Xinhua, Yonhap. The repercussions of Japan’s Kobayashi Pharmaceutical’s ‘Red Yeast (Hongguk)’ health supplement incident, […]
Tensions Escalate in South China Sea Dispute Chinese coast guard fires water cannons at Filipino supply ship on March 23rdTripartite summit scheduled for next month with participation of U.S., Japan, and Philippines Amid escalating tensions with China in the South China Sea, a region marred by territorial sovereignty disputes, the Philippines has called for enhanced maritime security measures from its authorities. According […]
North Korea Shuts Door on Japan: 'No Intentions' for Talks North Korean Foreign Minister Choe Son Hui (Photo = DPRK Today) North Korea has reiterated that it has no intention of meeting with Japan. Choe Son Hui, North Korea’s Foreign Minister, said on the 29th, “North Korean talk is not of our interest, and we will not allow any attempt by Japan to make contact.” […]
North Korea’s Kim Yo Jong: 'We Will Turn Away and Reject Any Contact With Japan' North Korea changed its position just a day after conveying an intention to pursue a bilateral summit“We should not be taken advantage of the Prime Minister of Japan who records the lowest approval rate” North Korean Party Deputy Director Kim Yo Jong [Photo= Yonhap News] Kim Yo Jong, the Deputy Director of North Korea’s Workers’ […]
Japan Prepares for Potential Return of Trump, Utilizes Ex-Interpreter Sunao Takao Fanatically prepares for the impact of Trump returning to power Japan is reportedly preparing for the possibility of former U.S. President Donald Trump’s return to power. According to Reuters on the 26th (local time), the Japanese government is considering dispatching Sunao Takao, former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s ex-interpreter who has previously interpreted between Trump and […]
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