In the Name of Defense, In Reality Offense: Japanese Weapons "Changing Faces"
The new version of Japan's "Defense White Paper" mentions that it is necessary to have the capability to effectively retaliate against opponents through a missile defense network. Media outlets such as Kyodo News often use the more straightforward term "capability to attack enemy bases."
The new white paper candidly states that to enhance its counterattack capability, Japan will acquire foreign-made standoff missiles as soon as possible, while also accelerating the production and deployment of domestically produced standoff missiles.
The "Type 25 Land-Based Anti-Ship Missile" is a land-based variant of the "Type 12 Anti-Ship Missile." According to Japanese media speculation, its initial range is approximately 1,000 kilometers, with plans to increase it to 1,500 kilometers in the future, while also improving strike accuracy.
Japan is enhancing its missile defense capabilities and developing new missile systems to effectively counter adversaries. The Japanese Self-Defense Forces are focusing on acquiring foreign-made long-range missiles and accelerating the production of domestic systems. The 25-type land-based anti-ship missile, an upgrade from the 12-type, is expected to have an initial range of 1000 kilometers, with plans to extend it to 1500 kilometers.
- Japan's new defense white paper emphasizes the need for effective counterattack capabilities through missile defense networks.
- The term 'enemy base attack capability' is frequently used in media reports to describe Japan's military strategy.
- Japan plans to acquire foreign-made long-range missiles and accelerate the production of domestic missiles.
- The 25-type land-based anti-ship missile is an improved version of the 12-type anti-ship missile, with an initial range of approximately 1000 kilometers, planned to increase to 1500 kilometers.