Japan's Regional Foreign Policy since 2012. Strategic realignment and expanding partnerships in the Indo-Pacific

When we think about Japan, we often imagine anime, manga, cherry blossoms and a high-tech society. But beyond these cultural symbols, Japan also embodies a nation navigating some of the most complex diplomatic challenges in the Asia-Pacific region. In the last twelve years, Japan’s regional foreign policy has undergone significant transformations, shaped both by internal shifts and external pressures.