Satoshi Sakakibara

Satoshi Sakakibara is the chief of the Sankei Shimbun editorial section. Formerly he served in the newspaper's political section. He is a graduate of the National Defense Academy's master's program.

It's 2025 ー Can Japan Protect Its Future and Defend Its Past?

Satoshi Sakakibara January 6, 2025

The Sankei chief editorial writer warns that, in 2025, the efficacy of deterrence is...

If PM Ishiba Won't Take Responsibility, He Can't Turn the Tide

Satoshi Sakakibara November 4, 2024

The proper course would be for Ishiba to resign and let a new LDP...

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Honor the War Dead at Yasukuni and Don't Let Japan's Foes Dictate Otherwise

Satoshi Sakakibara August 16, 2024

We are a democracy that yearns for peace. Consider the spirits of the war...

If Russia Falls into Complete Chaos, What Happens to the Northern Territories?

Satoshi Sakakibara July 19, 2023

If Russia continues to decline, it may no longer be able to hold onto...

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