China vs Japan: Why Japan is Preparing for War?

Why is Japan preparing for war? The country’s recent military build-up can be largely attributed to its perceived threat from China, which has been increasing its naval and air activities in the region, something Japan sees as a direct threat to its security.

Japan's defense strategy has been shifting from a purely defensive posture –which began after its defeat in WWII– to a more proactive one, with the acquisition of new capabilities such as aircraft carriers, stealth fighters, and long-range missiles. Japan has also been strengthening its alliances, particularly with the United States, as a means of countering China's influence.

Additionally, Japan's domestic politics have played a role in the country's preparations for war. Ex-Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, who was assassinated last year, had a long-standing ambition to revise Japan's pacifist constitution to allow for a more assertive military posture, something his two successors have continued.

But what do you think? Is a full-scale war between China and Japan likely to occur, or will the two countries be able to maintain peaceful relations? Let us know in the comments.

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[nathanhiller]

Never seek war, but always be ready for it - Sun Tzu

[jaime]

As the old saying goes,
Better to be a warrior in a garden, than a gardener in a war

[Ussonan-Foderation]

"It is unfortunate that we can only secure peace by preparing for war"
-John F. kennedy

[ComradeLeroy]

"In times of peace, prepare for war."

[maninifarmer]

Wish my father was alive to see this. He was a “Tin Can Sailor” and was aboard the USS Heermann assigned to Taffy Three during the Battle of Leyte Gulf and survived several Kamikaze attacks. He served in WWII, Korean War, and Vietnam. He told me someday the US and Japan will be Allie’s. He saw the future.

[tankq]

Team Japan 🇯🇵!! From Australia 🇦🇺 we support you!

[Waverlyduli]

Obviously, Japan isn't seeking war. But when Pooh becomes warlike others take intelligent notice to defend their allies.

[wiciuwiciu]

"You can only be peacefull when you're capable of fighting. Otherwise you're just harmfull"

[dorkfsh]

I far prefer Japan as an honorable ally than determined foe

[GlenSapitula-zclm]

Godbless Japan, Philippines, USA, India, Taiwan, south Korea,

[andezong]

Whoa whoa whoa wait, they’re not aircraft carriers, they’re…”helicopter destroyers”….

[svt]

I'm not a war monger, and I don't want to go to war, but being prepared for one has become extremely necessary. Si vis pacem para bellum.

[robertb.]

Japan has every right to protect itself. This is not the same Japan from the 1930s.

[Phoenix-fwbm]

I like how the whole comment section decides to become military experts for the day

[michaeldriskell]

I believe it was an ancient Roman who said something like " if you want peace, prepare for war ".

[psychoaztecs]

when you have 2 neighbors fluffing their weapons around like a madman and threatening you to hurt you of course you wanna be ready.

[vwati]

China is arming itself to avoid the humiliation they suffered at the hands of Japan and western powers and also avoid US aggression as the US has basses encircling China.
Japan is arming itself as it sees China's military development as a threat.
Later China too will gear up its military again to deal with the growing threat they see in Japan's military development.

And so the circle shall continue

[GGNH]

Not sure if there’s going to be a full blown war, but it’s wise for Japan to be prepared and being able to uphold their territory.

[tonyb]

The stronger Japan's military, the more likely it will be that peaceful relations can be maintained.

[ElChavacano]

We always seek peace, just think the future of your children. 🙌