The Japan Self-Defense Forces (JSDF) are the military forces of Japan, charged with ensuring the country’s peace and security. They consist of the Ground Self-Defense Force (GSDF), Maritime Self-Defense Force (MSDF), and Air Self-Defense Force (ASDF). Established in 1954, after Japan’s World War II defeat and postwar demilitarization, the JSDF were initially limited to national self-defense but have since developed into an advanced military with expanding roles and capabilities.
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