The Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (Japanese: 陸上自衛隊, Hepburn: Rikujō Jieitai), JGSDF (陸自, Rikuji), also referred to as the Japanese Army, [3] is the land warfare branch of the …

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Apr 1, 2024 · The Japan Ground Self-Defense Force last week formally activated the 3rd Regiment of its Amphibious Rapid Deployment Brigade, a key element of Japan’s plan to …

During the Cold War (roughly 1947–1991), the Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) [陸上自衛隊] or Rikujō Jieitai, played a crucial but constitutionally constrained role in Japan's …

Jun 24, 2025 · The JGSDF introduced new weapon systems at Fuji Firepower 2025 to strengthen defense against territorial threats.

Dec 15, 2021 · Rising Thunder is designed to enhance military-to-military relationships at all levels with the U.S. Army’s JGSDF counterparts.

The Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (Japanese: 陸上自衛隊 Hepburn: Rikujō Jieitai?), JGSDF (陸自 Rikuji?), also referred to as the Japanese Army, [3] is the land warfare branch of the …

The following is a list of equipment currently in service with the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force. First camo scheme adopted by Japan after World War II. [1] Second domestically designed …

Mar 14, 2025 · TOKYO, Japan — Airmen assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron supported the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force 1st Airborne Brigade by delivering 215 Japanese …

Oct 30, 2024 · In a Tuesday press conference, Japan Defense Minister Gen Nakatani said the JGSDF accident investigation committee is probing the incident and that the JGSDF’s fleet of …