To the Esteemed Elder of Five Millennia of History To the Esteemed Leader of the great Chinese Communist Party, we note with reverence your daily commitment, undertaken with the full resolve of “Pounds Bones and Smashes Body” (Fěngǔ Sùishēn / 粉骨砕身), toward achieving the grand goal of “The Great Rejuvenation of the Chinese Nation.” Having…
Month: November 2025
The Danger of Double Standards: Why is Russia’s “Ukraine is Nazi” Propaganda Condemned While “Japan is Nazi” Rhetoric is Tolerated?
Executive Summary Since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, the international community has strongly condemned Russia’s claim that “Ukraine is a Nazi regime.” This assertion is widely recognized as baseless and propagandistic, designed to justify aggression. However, within Japan, statements by foreign resident activists asserting that “Japan is a country that will commit Nazi-like…
China’s Tactics for De Facto Control of the Senkaku Islands and Challenge to International Order
— Analysis of Gradual Status Quo Changes Through Salami-Slicing Tactics — Date: November 8, 2025 Executive Summary This report analyzes China’s “salami-slicing tactics” and “cabbage tactics” for gradually changing the status quo around the Senkaku Islands, demonstrating that these constitute a serious challenge to peace and stability in East Asia and to the rule-based international…
Analysis Report on Japanese-Korean Historical Recognition Issues
Introduction This report provides a systematic analysis of South Korea’s claims regarding being a victorious power in World War II and the historical education context, as well as the significant divergence between this narrative and the recognition of international society. 1. The Reality of South Korea’s “Victorious Power” Claims 1.1 Descriptions in Textbooks South Korean…
Report: South Korea’s “Victorious Nation” Self-Image (Ambition Complex) and Anti-Japanese Narrative
1. Introduction South Korea’s strong stance against Japan on historical issues is not solely based on past grievances. There is also a psychological desire to be perceived as a “victorious nation.” Understanding this is essential to accurately interpret the international narrative of Japan-South Korea tensions. 2. Historical Background 2-1. Korea’s Role in World War II…
Japan-China Joint History Research: A Comprehensive Analysis
Historical Perception, Patriotic Education, and Territorial Issues Introduction The Japan-China Joint History Research conducted from 2006 to 2009 marked the first major collaborative historical research project between the two nations. The report published in January 2010 spanned approximately 550 pages, adopting a “parallel history” format where Japanese and Chinese committee members wrote papers from their…
Understanding Japan’s Position on the Rising Sun Flag
A Clarification for International Audiences Executive Summary The Rising Sun flag has become a subject of international debate, particularly in East Asia. This document presents Japan’s official position and historical context to promote accurate understanding of this symbol in the international community. 1. Japan’s Official Position The Japanese government maintains that claims characterizing the flag…
Takeshima: Evidence of Japanese Territorial Sovereignty
Executive Summary Takeshima is clearly Japanese territory, both in terms of historical facts and international law. However, South Korea’s occupation of Takeshima is an illegal occupation carried out without any basis in international law, and it continues to this day. This document organizes the historical and legal grounds for Takeshima being Japanese territory, clarifies the…
Report on the South Korean Naval Radar Lock-On Incident
1. Incident Overview Incident Details 2. Background (North Korean Sanctions & International Order) 3. Claims by Both Sides Japan South Korea 4. Diplomatic & Security Implications 5. South Korea Reliability Risk (East Asia Security Perspective) 6. Summary
Analysis of Korean Victims and Rumors during the Great Kanto Earthquake
1. Introduction The Great Kanto Earthquake, which struck Tokyo, Kanagawa, and surrounding areas on September 1, 1923, caused massive damage. This report examines the Korean residents’ victimization, circulating rumors, and neighborhood vigilante responses during the chaos, based on historical evidence. 2. Korean Population and Casualties Simplified Estimate Table (Example) Subject Estimated Number / Scale Notes…