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 Japan Self …

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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 national …

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 paratroopers over the …

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

Jan 13, 2025 · The Japan Air Self-Defense Force and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force soldiers collaborated with international allies and partners to demonstrate combat capabilities for the 2025 …

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 defend its southwest …

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 Japan Self …

Mar 28, 2023 · The largest of the three services, the Ground Self-Defense Force (GSDF), operates under the command of the chief of the ground staff, based in the city of Ichikawa, east of Tokyo. …

JGSDF divisions and brigades are combined arms units with infantry, armored, and artillery units, combat support units and logistical support units. They are regionally independent and permanent …