Japan vs China: Despite 20 Lakh Troops And 600 Nukes, Beijing Will Still Fall To Tokyo On These 5 Fronts | World News

Japan-China Tension: Japan and China entered a new phase of tension after Sanae Takaichi took over in Tokyo. His appointment triggered a new wave of hostility between the two neighbors. Chinese Ambassador to Japan Wu Jianghao made headlines after talking about “beheading Takaichi.” After controversial statements, Japan supported Taiwan. The chain of events created a new coldness in the region.

Beijing is now on alert. The Chinese government has issued an advisory to its citizens stating that travel to Japan is not currently safe. The tension is increasing step by step. Many in the region are whispering about the possibility of a new war front. Fear is growing because both nations carry old wounds and long memories.

China still stands taller on paper. The numbers look huge. Beijing has around 20 lakh troops, giving it almost 10 times more troops than Japan. It also has nearly 600 nuclear weapons and produces its own warplanes. The drone fleet is advanced and extensive.

But Japan is far from weak. He doesn’t look shaken. It will not be as easy for Beijing to crush Tokyo as it was for China on five fronts. These fronts may cause China to taste defeat.

Five Fronts Where Japan is Superior

1. Combat Craft

Japan has a long history of war. Only the United States managed to stop this during World War II. Many countries collapsed against Tokyo’s power.

At that time, China also suffered heavy blows. The memory still remains alive in both countries.

Japan today maintains strong control of the sea. It operates one of the world’s most capable anti-submarine forces and uses high-end ASW systems such as sonars, patrol aircraft and the P-1 Maritime Patrol Aircraft. These assets could unnerve China in any conflict.

2. Technology

Japan is ahead in basic technologies. It has a modern radar network that works with speed and accuracy. The country has already deployed the world-class Patriot Advanced Capability-3 Missile Segment Enhancement (PAC-3 MSE) system in strategic locations.

Tokyo also maintains a defense agreement with the United States. In a war, America would provide radar support to Tokyo. This chain of collaboration remains active around the clock.

3. Geography

Japan is located on a long chain of islands that form natural gateways to the seas. The East China Sea, Miyako Strait, Tsushima Strait, Okinawa island chain, and Ryukyu islands serve as chokepoints that form narrow passages.

Any Chinese entry must pass through this wall of islands. Breaking this shield becomes a slow, difficult and extremely risky mission.

4. Defense Ties with the USA

After World War II, Japan opted not to have a full-fledged military and instead signed a security treaty with the United States. According to the agreement, if Japan faces an attack from outside, America will defend Japan.

The promise remains valid. In a war, the USA will step in. China understands the weight of this commitment.

5. Japan’s Asian Partners

China’s relations with many Asian countries remain tense. Taiwan, the Philippines and Japan have long been rivals in Beijing’s strategic calculus. South Korea also shares tense relations with China.

If a conflict broke out, most of these nations could side with Japan. The war could then spread throughout the region. The battlefield for China will expand much more than expected.