Politics & Security
EDITORIAL | Australia-India Security Pact Should Help Realize U.S. and Japan’s ‘Free Seas’ Vision
Two major countries in the Indo-Pacific region, Australia and India, have reached an agreement on upgrading their bi
Politics & Security
[Speaking Out] Time for Japan’s Clever Strategy for Deterring A Wounded Dragon
In his review of past pandemics, historian Niall Ferguson has pointed out that unknown viruses could intensify existin
Politics & Security
After Covering Up the Coronavirus Outbreak, China Scouts for International Praise
Have you heard about the fake “draft resolution” of the State Senate of Wisconsin, a state in the […]
Politics & Security
Military Ties with Taiwan Urgently Needed — Or Tokyo Would Pay
Taiwan’s defense is Japan’s defense. Look at a map and it’s hard to think otherwise. And Beijing would agree. The [&he
Travel
Japan Should Look for Tourists Beyond Mainland China
Until the outbreak of COVID-19, tourists from mainland China seemed to be descending in droves on Japanese cities and ru
Special Reports
2019 in JAPAN Forward Stories: Economy and Technology
As 2019 comes to a close, we at JAPAN Forward are reflecting on the stories that moved Japan […]
Culture
Playwright Makoto Sato Wins 2019 Fukuoka Prize in Arts and Culture
Three individuals who have worked tirelessly for the improved of understanding of countries in East and Southeast Asia
Politics & Security
Andaman and Nicobar Islands: How the Seas Bring India and Southeast Asia Closer
Dr. Rupakjyoti Borah It is often said that “whoever is the Lord of Malacca has his hand […]
Politics & Security
Can China Keep Up As Southeast Asia Diversifies Ties?
Former United States President Barrack Obama referred to himself as “America’s first Pacific president.” At the same t
Politics & Security
The US and Vietnam: Old Enemies, New Friends?
America’s eight-year military intervention came to a rather ignominious end as the last United States combat forces wi
Politics & Security
Japan Expands Self-Defense Forces Assistance to Include South Asia
The Defense Ministry plans to expand the scope of the capacity-building assistance by Japan’s Self-Defense Forces (JSD