Japan plans to replace the unique rank titles used by its Self-Defense Forces with internationally recognized military-style ...

TOKYO (AP) — Japan is barreling forward with efforts to significantly boost its military capabilities to stand up to China’s growing threats by doubling annual arms spending. The goal comes as Tokyo’s ...

The Japan Air Self-Defense Force's F-15 fighters holding a joint military drill with the U.S. B-52 bomber on Dec. 10, 2025. (Japan's Ministry of Defense/AP) Japan is barreling forward with efforts to ...

The Japanese government will change the rank titles of Self-Defense Forces (SDF) officers to resemble those of a formal military, citing the need for international standardization. According to The ...