JGSDF

Japan Ground Self-Defense Force

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Home Page of JSDF Recruitment JSDF Recruitment Call Center https://www.mod.go.jp/gsdf/jieikanbosyu/ Special Special Feature Ground Defense Capability to realize Feature Newly-establishment and 1 "Multi-domain Defense Force" 2 Reorganization in JGSDF

Ground Defense Concept based on "National Defense Program Guidelines (NDPG) 2018" Establishment of new camp and vice-camp

We establish a ground defense force that will realize "Multi-domain Defense Force" and strengthen deterrence In order to strengthen defense posture in the Southwest region, we newly established security forces and through troop deployment and constant maneuver. In the event of an emergency, we block and eliminate others at camps such as Camp Amami and Camp Miyakojima on March 26, 2019. We also established invasions by exerting the cross-domain capability. Vice-camp Sakibe (Sasebo City, Nagasaki Prefecture) and deployed a part of ARDB.

NDPG 2018 "Multi-domain Defense Force"

Land Defense Capability to realize“Multi-domain Defense Force” Ground Defense

Concept Cross-domain / Maneuver & Deployment / Strengthening of Foundation Mobile Fighting Vehicle loaded onto a ship Type-03 medium-range surface-to-air missile deployed at Camp Amami Camp Amami

*Image Strengthening capabilities in Cyber and EMS domains

Establishment of cyber defense unit Establishment of EMS operations unit Strengthening of deterrence and response capabilities through sustained and persistent maneuver

Network EW System Reorganization into Rapid Strengthening Stand-off Defense Capability Deployment divisions and brigades Establishment of Hyper-Velocity Gliding Projectile (HVGP) for remote islands defense

Strengthening of Amphibious Rapid Building comprehensive air and missile Deployment Brigade (ARDB) Camp Miyako Members of Vice-camp Setouchi surrounded by local residents defense capabilities

New version of Ballistic Missile Defense Units ARDB Reorganization into Rapid Deployment Divisions & Brigades, and into Regional Deployment Divisions and Brigades

Ground Component Capacity Strengthening in Command (GCC) In order to promptly respond to situations on remote islands and to realize effective deterrence and response, the 6th Division and the Cyber& EMS domains ARDB 11th Brigade were reorganized into the Rapid Deployment Division / Brigade equipped with high maneuverability and deployment Rapid Deployment capabilities at the end of FY2018, following the reorganization of the 8th Division and the 14th Brigade at the end of FY2017. divisions and brigades Furthermore, in order to carry out the defense and security of a wide area after the deployment of rapid deployment divisions and 陸上自衛隊 Strengthening of Cyber Capabilities Strengthening Troop Posture brigades, the 4th Division was reorganized into a regional deployment division at the end of FY2018, and a new reconnaissance battalion of islands in Southwest region [Legend] equipped with reinforced information network and warning & surveillance capabilities was newly established as its subordinate troop.

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Ｖ－２２ AAV maneuvering on the sea Reorganization ceremony of 6th Rapid Deployment Division Type-16Mobile Combat Vehicles equipped for reconnaissance battalions

入稿 Special Special Feature Ground Defense Capability to realize Feature Newly-establishment and 1 "Multi-domain Defense Force" 2 Reorganization in JGSDF

Ground Defense Concept based on "National Defense Program Guidelines (NDPG) 2018" Establishment of new camp and vice-camp

We establish a ground defense force that will realize "Multi-domain Defense Force" and strengthen deterrence In order to strengthen defense posture in the Southwest region, we newly established security forces and through troop deployment and constant maneuver. In the event of an emergency, we block and eliminate others at camps such as Camp Amami and Camp Miyakojima on March 26, 2019. We also established invasions by exerting the cross-domain capability. Vice-camp Sakibe (Sasebo City, Nagasaki Prefecture) and deployed a part of ARDB.

NDPG 2018 "Multi-domain Defense Force"

Land Defense Capability to realize“Multi-domain Defense Force” Ground Defense

Concept Cross-domain / Maneuver & Deployment / Strengthening of Foundation Mobile Fighting Vehicle loaded onto a ship Type-03 medium-range surface-to-air missile deployed at Camp Amami Camp Amami

*Image Strengthening capabilities in Cyber and EMS domains

Establishment of cyber defense unit Establishment of EMS operations unit Strengthening of deterrence and response capabilities through sustained and persistent maneuver

Network EW System Reorganization into Rapid Strengthening Stand-off Defense Capability Deployment divisions and brigades Establishment of Hyper-Velocity Gliding Projectile (HVGP) for remote islands defense

Strengthening of Amphibious Rapid Building comprehensive air and missile Deployment Brigade (ARDB) Camp Miyako Members of Vice-camp Setouchi surrounded by local residents defense capabilities

New version of Ballistic Missile Defense Units ARDB Reorganization into Rapid Deployment Divisions & Brigades, and into Regional Deployment Divisions and Brigades

Ground Component Capacity Strengthening in Command (GCC) In order to promptly respond to situations on remote islands and to realize effective deterrence and response, the 6th Division and the Cyber& EMS domains ARDB 11th Brigade were reorganized into the Rapid Deployment Division / Brigade equipped with high maneuverability and deployment Rapid Deployment capabilities at the end of FY2018, following the reorganization of the 8th Division and the 14th Brigade at the end of FY2017. divisions and brigades Furthermore, in order to carry out the defense and security of a wide area after the deployment of rapid deployment divisions and 陸上自衛隊 Strengthening of Cyber Capabilities Strengthening Troop Posture brigades, the 4th Division was reorganized into a regional deployment division at the end of FY2018, and a new reconnaissance battalion of islands in Southwest region [Legend] equipped with reinforced information network and warning & surveillance capabilities was newly established as its subordinate troop.

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Ｖ－２２ AAV maneuvering on the sea Reorganization ceremony of 6th Rapid Deployment Division Type-16Mobile Combat Vehicles equipped for reconnaissance battalions

入稿 Security Environment Efforts of JGSDF based on Surrounding Japan "NDPG 2018"

Overview of Security Environment Cross-domain

The security environment surrounding Japan has been increasing uncertainty at a remarkably fast speed. Acquisition and strengthening of operational capabilities in cyber and electromagnetic fields Situation in China ■Recent security-related events around Japan In order to strengthen operational capabilities in Cyber and EMS domains, we will allocate necessary personnel to joint cyber units and establish new cyber and EMS operations units in the Ground Component Command (GCC). China's military activities have been generating Wide and rapid strengthening of China's military power Network EW System strong security concerns in the region and Military provocation international community, including Japan. by North Korea China’s rapid expansion and increasing activities in East China Sea North Korea's nuclear and missile development

Increasing tendency of Russian military activity

Changes in the Military Balance between China and Taiwan (In a Counter-Cyber (Image) direction favorable to China) PLAN submarine cruising through contiguous waters of Senkaku Islands Strengthening of maritime and air domains and stand-off defense capabilities

Surface-to-ship and surface-to-air missile units will be deployed in the Southwest region. Also, two new Situation in North Korea Hyper-Velocity Gliding Projectile (HVGP) battalions will be newly established. There is no change in North Korea's nuclear Firing of Type-03 Surface-to-Air Missile Firing of Type-03 Medium-range Surface-to-Air Missile and missile capabilities.

Routine advancement of Chinese Military into Pacific Ocean

Tendency of increased and protracted Gray Zone situation

North Korea's "Hwasong 15"Variant Space Domain 陸上自衛隊 Strengthening of comprehensive air and missile defense capabilities Countries are rapidly developing capabilities to secure their Situation in Russia military superiority in the space domain. In order to improve ability to respond to missiles of lofted trajectory as well as multiple missiles launched パンフレ ット simultaneously, we will establish two new Ballistic Missile Defense Units and develop foundation for Russia tends to increase military activities, Cyber & EMS Domains communications. including in areas near Japan. Ｗ Cyberattacks against government agencies and military in Aegis Ashore (Image) 420 many countries have occurred frequently.

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P03P04 Trends of regional conflicts and international terrorism It is essential for Japan to once again address the threat of international terrorism head-on in light of ISIL's repeated

0427 reference to Japanese people as targets of attack and the Air Defense Command and Control System (ADCCS) Vostok exercise of Russian forces attack in Dhaka (Bangladesh). 入稿 Security Environment Efforts of JGSDF based on Surrounding Japan "NDPG 2018"

Overview of Security Environment Cross-domain

The security environment surrounding Japan has been increasing uncertainty at a remarkably fast speed. Acquisition and strengthening of operational capabilities in cyber and electromagnetic fields Situation in China ■Recent security-related events around Japan In order to strengthen operational capabilities in Cyber and EMS domains, we will allocate necessary personnel to joint cyber units and establish new cyber and EMS operations units in the Ground Component Command (GCC). China's military activities have been generating Wide and rapid strengthening of China's military power Network EW System strong security concerns in the region and Military provocation international community, including Japan. by North Korea China’s rapid expansion and increasing activities in East China Sea North Korea's nuclear and missile development

Increasing tendency of Russian military activity

Changes in the Military Balance between China and Taiwan (In a Counter-Cyber (Image) direction favorable to China) PLAN submarine cruising through contiguous waters of Senkaku Islands Strengthening of maritime and air domains and stand-off defense capabilities

Surface-to-ship and surface-to-air missile units will be deployed in the Southwest region. Also, two new Situation in North Korea Hyper-Velocity Gliding Projectile (HVGP) battalions will be newly established. There is no change in North Korea's nuclear Firing of Type-03 Surface-to-Air Missile Firing of Type-03 Medium-range Surface-to-Air Missile and missile capabilities.

Routine advancement of Chinese Military into Pacific Ocean

Tendency of increased and protracted Gray Zone situation

North Korea's "Hwasong 15"Variant Space Domain 陸上自衛隊 Strengthening of comprehensive air and missile defense capabilities Countries are rapidly developing capabilities to secure their Situation in Russia military superiority in the space domain. In order to improve ability to respond to missiles of lofted trajectory as well as multiple missiles launched パンフレ ット simultaneously, we will establish two new Ballistic Missile Defense Units and develop foundation for Russia tends to increase military activities, Cyber & EMS Domains communications. including in areas near Japan. Ｗ Cyberattacks against government agencies and military in Aegis Ashore (Image) 420 many countries have occurred frequently.

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P03P04 Trends of regional conflicts and international terrorism It is essential for Japan to once again address the threat of international terrorism head-on in light of ISIL's repeated

0427 reference to Japanese people as targets of attack and the Air Defense Command and Control System (ADCCS) Vostok exercise of Russian forces attack in Dhaka (Bangladesh). 入稿 Efforts of JGSDF based on“NDPG 2018”

Maneuver and Deployment Strengthening of Foundation

Strengthening of Mobile Deployment Capability of Mobile Operation Units Strengthening communication systems and information capabilities

For enhancing maneuver and deployment capabilities, we will establish the new Rapid Deployment Regiment In order to provide timely and appropriate information support that contributes to policy decisions and unit equipped with Mobile Combat Vehicles that are highly mobile and transportable. In addition, we will strengthen the operations, we will strengthen information sharing, command and communications, warning and surveillance, posture of the amphibious unit, and strengthen deterrence and response capabilities through constant and collection of target information, and information processing functions. continuous mobility under normal circumstances, including activities in cooperation with naval vessels and various types of training and exercises.

Type-16 Mobile Combat Vehicle running on public roads Maneuver of AAV Unmanned Recon Aircraft Networked Command and Staff Activity

Strengthening of security and surveillance capabilities and mobile response capabilities of regional deployment units Strengthening of sustainment and logistics support capabilities

To strengthen readiness to respond flexibly in vast areas, we will establish reconnaissance battalions anew In order to expand the explosives warehouses, to promote the equipped with enhanced information-sharing networks, surveillance capabilities, mobility, and firepower. joint use of facility by each SDF, to strengthen logistics foundation for securing maintenance parts, and to improve survival rate, we will strengthen the seamless medical and evacuation posture from the front line to the final destination.

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Newly expanded explosives warehouses Training of surgical operations for damage control

Development of training infrastructure Personnel who operates Type-16 Mobile Combat Vehicle for reconnaissance and surveillance communications system 陸上自衛隊 We will increase development and utilization of training fields in Japan, including Hokkaido, and promote the

パンフレ ット Strengthening of marine transportation capability utilization of good training environments outside SDF facilities and overseas to improve deterrence and The Maritime Transport Unit will be newly established as a joint unit to strengthen the maritime transportation response capabilities. Ｗ capability, and will actively utilize private ships for the efficient implementation of large-scale transportation in 420 cooperation with the transportation capability of JSDF. ×

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0427 Preliminary verification in preparation for Field Training Exercise with U.S. Army Small-sized vessels (LCU) (Image) Medium-class vessels (LSV) (Image) establishing Hokkaido Training Center at U.S. National Training Center

入稿 Efforts of JGSDF based on“NDPG 2018”

Maneuver and Deployment Strengthening of Foundation

Strengthening of Mobile Deployment Capability of Mobile Operation Units Strengthening communication systems and information capabilities

For enhancing maneuver and deployment capabilities, we will establish the new Rapid Deployment Regiment In order to provide timely and appropriate information support that contributes to policy decisions and unit equipped with Mobile Combat Vehicles that are highly mobile and transportable. In addition, we will strengthen the operations, we will strengthen information sharing, command and communications, warning and surveillance, posture of the amphibious unit, and strengthen deterrence and response capabilities through constant and collection of target information, and information processing functions. continuous mobility under normal circumstances, including activities in cooperation with naval vessels and various types of training and exercises.

Type-16 Mobile Combat Vehicle running on public roads Maneuver of AAV Unmanned Recon Aircraft Networked Command and Staff Activity

Strengthening of security and surveillance capabilities and mobile response capabilities of regional deployment units Strengthening of sustainment and logistics support capabilities

To strengthen readiness to respond flexibly in vast areas, we will establish reconnaissance battalions anew In order to expand the explosives warehouses, to promote the equipped with enhanced information-sharing networks, surveillance capabilities, mobility, and firepower. joint use of facility by each SDF, to strengthen logistics foundation for securing maintenance parts, and to improve survival rate, we will strengthen the seamless medical and evacuation posture from the front line to the final destination.

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Newly expanded explosives warehouses Training of surgical operations for damage control

Development of training infrastructure Personnel who operates Type-16 Mobile Combat Vehicle for reconnaissance and surveillance communications system 陸上自衛隊 We will increase development and utilization of training fields in Japan, including Hokkaido, and promote the

パンフレ ット Strengthening of marine transportation capability utilization of good training environments outside SDF facilities and overseas to improve deterrence and The Maritime Transport Unit will be newly established as a joint unit to strengthen the maritime transportation response capabilities. Ｗ capability, and will actively utilize private ships for the efficient implementation of large-scale transportation in 420 cooperation with the transportation capability of JSDF. ×

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0427 Preliminary verification in preparation for Field Training Exercise with U.S. Army Small-sized vessels (LCU) (Image) Medium-class vessels (LSV) (Image) establishing Hokkaido Training Center at U.S. National Training Center

入稿 Response to Various Situations

Response to Various Situations Response to Attacks on Remote Islands JGSDF deploys and concentrates troops through joint operations with JMSDF and JASDF to block and eliminate invasions. In case remote islands are occupied, JGSDF will take all possible measures to recapture them.

Continuous surveillance around Japan Surveillance in the North Landing by AAV

JGSDF persistently conducts 24-hour surveillance in major straits. 301st Coast Observation Unit ■Status of surveillance by JGSDF (Wakkanai) Surveillance on Yonaguni Island

302nd Coast Yonaguni Costal Observation Unit Kume Is. Observation Unit (Shibetsu) Okinawa Is. Approx. 420km Senkaku Is.

Approx. 210km Transported by Marine MV-22 Airborne Approx. 290km Approx. 150km Approx. 170km Ishigaki Iriomote Is. JGSDF and prefectural polices continue to conduct joint Is. Miyako Is. Approx. 130km Response to attacks by Guerrillas and exercises throughout Japan. Approx. 120km Legend Yonaguni Is. JASDF Radar Site Special Operations Forces In addition, with the cooperation of relevant ministries and agencies, JGSDF hosts training for the protection of the national people with the participation of local governments, and actively Measures to protect Japanese nationals overseas participates in training for the protection of the citizens conducted by relevant ministries and agencies and local governments.

In order to promptly and accurately implement protective measures for Japanese nationals overseas in the event of Removal of fallen timber at Atsuma Dam : February 9, 2017 Tokyo Citizen Protection Exercise : November 20, 2018 disasters, disturbances, and other emergencies in foreign countries, JGSDF is prepared to dispatch troops promptly, and is making efforts to maintain and improve its capabilities by conducting various types of training.

Multinational Joint Exercise in Thailand (Cobra Gold) : January 14 to February 23, 2019

Holding of suspicious person Decontamination

Airfield security and surveillance Land Transportation In response to natural and other disasters, in order to protect human

陸上自衛隊 Response to Large-scale Disasters lives and property, the JGSDF will conduct various disaster relief operations, including search and rescue, medical care, water supply, Response to Ballistic Missile Attacks and transportation, based on requests from prefectural governors, etc. パンフレ ット Disaster Relief Dispatch for Heavy Rain Disaster in July 2018 Disaster Relief Dispatch for the Hokkaido Iburi Eastern Earthquake JGSDF is taking all possible measures to collect information on damage caused by falling of ballistic missiles and July 6 - August 18, 2018 September 6 - October 14, 2018

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入稿 Response to Various Situations

Response to Various Situations Response to Attacks on Remote Islands JGSDF deploys and concentrates troops through joint operations with JMSDF and JASDF to block and eliminate invasions. In case remote islands are occupied, JGSDF will take all possible measures to recapture them.

Continuous surveillance around Japan Surveillance in the North Landing by AAV

JGSDF persistently conducts 24-hour surveillance in major straits. 301st Coast Observation Unit ■Status of surveillance by JGSDF (Wakkanai) Surveillance on Yonaguni Island

302nd Coast Yonaguni Costal Observation Unit Kume Is. Observation Unit (Shibetsu) Okinawa Is. Approx. 420km Senkaku Is.

Approx. 210km Transported by Marine MV-22 Airborne Approx. 290km Approx. 150km Approx. 170km Ishigaki Iriomote Is. JGSDF and prefectural polices continue to conduct joint Is. Miyako Is. Approx. 130km Response to attacks by Guerrillas and exercises throughout Japan. Approx. 120km Legend Yonaguni Is. JASDF Radar Site Special Operations Forces In addition, with the cooperation of relevant ministries and agencies, JGSDF hosts training for the protection of the national people with the participation of local governments, and actively Measures to protect Japanese nationals overseas participates in training for the protection of the citizens conducted by relevant ministries and agencies and local governments.

In order to promptly and accurately implement protective measures for Japanese nationals overseas in the event of Removal of fallen timber at Atsuma Dam : February 9, 2017 Tokyo Citizen Protection Exercise : November 20, 2018 disasters, disturbances, and other emergencies in foreign countries, JGSDF is prepared to dispatch troops promptly, and is making efforts to maintain and improve its capabilities by conducting various types of training.

Multinational Joint Exercise in Thailand (Cobra Gold) : January 14 to February 23, 2019

Holding of suspicious person Decontamination

Airfield security and surveillance Land Transportation In response to natural and other disasters, in order to protect human

陸上自衛隊 Response to Large-scale Disasters lives and property, the JGSDF will conduct various disaster relief operations, including search and rescue, medical care, water supply, Response to Ballistic Missile Attacks and transportation, based on requests from prefectural governors, etc. パンフレ ット Disaster Relief Dispatch for Heavy Rain Disaster in July 2018 Disaster Relief Dispatch for the Hokkaido Iburi Eastern Earthquake JGSDF is taking all possible measures to collect information on damage caused by falling of ballistic missiles and July 6 - August 18, 2018 September 6 - October 14, 2018

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入稿 Role of Defense Force

Enhancing deterrence and response capabilities through improved Interoperability between Japan and the United States

Strengthen deterrence and response capabilities of the United States and Japan through consultations and cooperation with the U.S. Army and Marine Corps at all levels. Practical training with the U.S. Marine Corps Forest Light 02 : February 2-15, 2019 Japan-U.S. joint exercise

Japan-U.S. Bilateral Regional Army Command Post Exercise (YS -75) December 3 to 17, 2018

JPN-U.S. Bilateral Exercise Bilateral Operations Conference

Combat in urban areas

Forest Light 01 : Dec 7-19, 2018 Iron Fist 19 : January 7 - February 16, 2019

Bilateral Coordination Inspection by Defense Minister

Field Training Exercise with U.S. Army Arctic Aurora : May 28 - June 30, 2018

Coordination by bilateral commanding officers Launch of AAV

High-Level Exchanges

陸上自衛隊 Coordination with U.S. Army Airborne

パンフレ ット Rising Thunder : August 23 - September 22, 2018 Orient Shield : August 26 - September 19, 2018

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入稿 Role of Defense Force

Enhancing deterrence and response capabilities through improved Interoperability between Japan and the United States

Strengthen deterrence and response capabilities of the United States and Japan through consultations and cooperation with the U.S. Army and Marine Corps at all levels. Practical training with the U.S. Marine Corps Forest Light 02 : February 2-15, 2019 Japan-U.S. joint exercise

Japan-U.S. Bilateral Regional Army Command Post Exercise (YS -75) December 3 to 17, 2018

JPN-U.S. Bilateral Exercise Bilateral Operations Conference

Combat in urban areas

Forest Light 01 : Dec 7-19, 2018 Iron Fist 19 : January 7 - February 16, 2019

Bilateral Coordination Inspection by Defense Minister

Field Training Exercise with U.S. Army Arctic Aurora : May 28 - June 30, 2018

Coordination by bilateral commanding officers Launch of AAV

High-Level Exchanges

陸上自衛隊 Coordination with U.S. Army Airborne

パンフレ ット Rising Thunder : August 23 - September 22, 2018 Orient Shield : August 26 - September 19, 2018

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0427 Bilateral forces standing by for JGSDF snipers storming a building Meeting with Commander of USMARFORPAC Meeting with Commander of USARJ

入稿 Response to Various Situations

Proactive engagement in creating a favorable security environment

Based on the Japan-US alliance, Japan will strategically implement various defense cooperation and exchanges with Australia, India, ASEAN, the Republic of Korea, the United Kingdom, France, Pacific Island countries, etc. Humanitarian Assistance / Disaster Relief (Southeast Asian countries and others)

Participation in International Peace Cooperation Activities

Deployment Support Group for Counter Piracy Multinational Force and Enforcement (DGPE) (Republic of Djibouti) Observers (MFO) (Egypt)

Instruction on first aid Disaster response tabletop training (ASEAN countries)

Coordinating staff at HQ Other Bilateral Trainings and Exercises United Nations Mission in Republic of South Sudan (UNMISS) (South Sudan) Multinational Joint Exercise in Mongolia“Khaan Quest”

Personnel on alert Coordinating staff at HQ

Education to cope with mobs by JGSDF instructors Counter-mob training United Nations Project for Rapid Deployment of Enabling Capabilities (RDEC) (Kenya and Viet Nam) Bilateral Exercise with UK (Japan)

Explanation on roller manipulation Explanation on technical examination 陸上自衛隊

Heliborne Infiltration

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入稿 Response to Various Situations

Proactive engagement in creating a favorable security environment

Based on the Japan-US alliance, Japan will strategically implement various defense cooperation and exchanges with Australia, India, ASEAN, the Republic of Korea, the United Kingdom, France, Pacific Island countries, etc. Humanitarian Assistance / Disaster Relief (Southeast Asian countries and others)

Participation in International Peace Cooperation Activities

Deployment Support Group for Counter Piracy Multinational Force and Enforcement (DGPE) (Republic of Djibouti) Observers (MFO) (Egypt)

Instruction on first aid Disaster response tabletop training (ASEAN countries)

Coordinating staff at HQ Other Bilateral Trainings and Exercises United Nations Mission in Republic of South Sudan (UNMISS) (South Sudan) Multinational Joint Exercise in Mongolia“Khaan Quest”

Personnel on alert Coordinating staff at HQ

Education to cope with mobs by JGSDF instructors Counter-mob training United Nations Project for Rapid Deployment of Enabling Capabilities (RDEC) (Kenya and Viet Nam) Bilateral Exercise with UK (Japan)

Explanation on roller manipulation Explanation on technical examination 陸上自衛隊

Heliborne Infiltration

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Guidance to play trumpet Performance at APEC 2018 Anti-terrorist training with Indian forces Maneuvering with Indian soldiers in the forest

入稿 Civil Life Cooperation and Public Affairs

Public Affairs Civil Life Cooperation and Public Affairs In order to widely introduce activities to the public, JGSDF carries out various activities such as inviting the public to the Fuji Firepower Exercise, and Marching Band performances, providing camp / unit tours on JGSDF camp anniversaries and various events, cooperation for interviews and filming.

Fuji Firepower Exercise (open to public exercise)

Firing by Type-16 Mobile Combat Vehicle

Civil Life Cooperation Firing by Type-10 tanks In response to requests from local municipalities and relevant organizations, JGSDF carries out civil life support activities in various areas such as unexploded ordnance disposal, cooperation in athletic competitions, and Anniversary Event of Camp exchanges with the local community.

Inspection Parade (Camp Higashi Chitose) Training exhibition (JGSDF Camp Jinmachi)

JSDF Marching Festival

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Disposal of unexploded ordnance Central Musical Band and 302nd Honor Guard Company Finale by all participating performers

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入稿 Civil Life Cooperation and Public Affairs

Public Affairs Civil Life Cooperation and Public Affairs In order to widely introduce activities to the public, JGSDF carries out various activities such as inviting the public to the Fuji Firepower Exercise, and Marching Band performances, providing camp / unit tours on JGSDF camp anniversaries and various events, cooperation for interviews and filming.

Fuji Firepower Exercise (open to public exercise)

Firing by Type-16 Mobile Combat Vehicle

Civil Life Cooperation Firing by Type-10 tanks In response to requests from local municipalities and relevant organizations, JGSDF carries out civil life support activities in various areas such as unexploded ordnance disposal, cooperation in athletic competitions, and Anniversary Event of Camp exchanges with the local community.

Inspection Parade (Camp Higashi Chitose) Training exhibition (JGSDF Camp Jinmachi)

JSDF Marching Festival

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Disposal of unexploded ordnance Central Musical Band and 302nd Honor Guard Company Finale by all participating performers

パンフレ ット Overseas performance by music band

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入稿 Strengthening of Human Resources Foundation Strengthening of Human Active Participation of Female SDF personnel In April 2017, the Ministry of Defense announced the "Initiative to Promote Active Engagement of Female SDF Personnel" which aims to double the ratio of female SDF personnel in the total number Resources Foundation of current SDF personnel. In principle, all branches of services are open to female SDF personnel, and it has become possible for female SDF personnel to take advantage of their capabilities and aptitudes even in units in which female assignment was restricted. In line with this, we are also focusing on measures to balance work and family (Leave for childcare In order to respond to the severe recruitment environment and the diversification of the roles of JSDF, we are and nursing care, Establishment of day-care centers within the Agency, and Emergence Call-up to take care of SDF’s personnel temporarily when they are dispatched for emergencies such as comprehensively implementing various personnel education measures for recruitment, nurturing, employment, disaster relief operations). restoration of human resources. Major Personnel Education Measures LTC Mayu YAMASAKI (Commander, 8th Anti-aircraft Artillery Battalion) Measures Contents I have two faces: “Commander” of Anti-aircraft unit with which highly systemized equipment to ●Improvement of living and working environment by upgrading equipment and facilities (Attractiveness) intercept invading aircraft and others, and“Working Mother” who balance work and family to ●Study to expand recruitment of non-fixed-term privates and widen the categories of applicants, including participate in various events of elementary school to which my child goes. university graduates JGSDF has a full support for balancing work and family, and provides good working environment Recruitment where we can work without anxiety. ●Promoting the active participation of female JSDF personnel by increasing the ratio of female personnel SDF is an organization that allows both male and female to take on challenges with their own will, and improving the foundation and I will continue my best. ●Utilization of retired JSDF personnel through expansion of reappointment system, etc.

●Reforming working styles, such as correcting long working hours and encouragement to take leave ●Measures to support families, including the development of day-care centers within the Agency and CPT Momoko MINAGAWA Nurturing support for emergency call-up (Leader, Transportation Platoon, 357th Engineer Company, 11th Engineer Group)※ ●Enrichment & Improvement of educational foundation through utilization of private technology The company to which I belong has equipment such as hydraulic excavators, and mainly constructs roads and bridges. For this reason, our units have participated in Peace Keeping Support ●Promotion of re-employment in a wide range of fields such as disaster prevention officials Operations and disaster relief operations with its sophisticated engineering technology. I routinely plan and conduct trainings with my subordinates, and also participate in Japan-U.S. bilateral training as an interpreter and engage in a wide range of activities. I work while taking care of my children, but environment has become favorable for women to work year by year, so both public and private lives are really fulfilling. I will work hard with people in this wonderful environment.

※Current Assignment : Security Officer, 4th Engineer Group HQ WO Manami Saiki (CSM, Eastern Army)

Every day since my appointment, I feel that the "human power" of each member supports the organization and that leads to gaining trust from the national people. I myself believe that I have been able to meet JGSDF member at whom I should aim at the right time. Without forgetting the fact, I am aiming for creating“the group of CSM who can encourage willingness of minds of subordinate members” on accordance with my senior’s words that says“Every member is a 陸上自衛隊 Library in NDA Self-study Room of Cadet Residence at National Defense Academy treasure.” What do we have to do to prevent our members from suffering the same anxiety in 5 or 10 years later? I think it's a responsibility for all of us who work in our organization currently. CSMs will work パンフレ ット as one to nurture Japan's glorious treasures

Ｗ 420 LPT Yuki MIYAZAKI (Assistant Gunner, 1st Company, 3rd Infantry Regiment) ×

H297mm I had enrolled GSDF in April 29, 2017, and was assigned to the current infantry company. In training, I am making various efforts to contribute to the unit as much as or more than male members to complete the mission. P07P08 In addition, there are many occasions that only women can do in and out of JGSDF, and I have participated in those willingly, which has expanded the scope of my activities. Last year, I participated in a training as an assistant in a mortar squad in a MOS course for newly recruited JGSDF personnel. I experienced the difficulties and fun of teaching. Having passed the exam to become a Sergeant Candidate, and am going to enter a JGSDF school this summer. I 0427 would like to increase what I can do and train myself to become a pioneer in the midst of increasing women's Nursery in MOD Disaster Prevention Officials at disaster relief operation (Retired SDF personnel) activities.

入稿 Strengthening of Human Resources Foundation Strengthening of Human Active Participation of Female SDF personnel In April 2017, the Ministry of Defense announced the "Initiative to Promote Active Engagement of Female SDF Personnel" which aims to double the ratio of female SDF personnel in the total number Resources Foundation of current SDF personnel. In principle, all branches of services are open to female SDF personnel, and it has become possible for female SDF personnel to take advantage of their capabilities and aptitudes even in units in which female assignment was restricted. In line with this, we are also focusing on measures to balance work and family (Leave for childcare In order to respond to the severe recruitment environment and the diversification of the roles of JSDF, we are and nursing care, Establishment of day-care centers within the Agency, and Emergence Call-up to take care of SDF’s personnel temporarily when they are dispatched for emergencies such as comprehensively implementing various personnel education measures for recruitment, nurturing, employment, disaster relief operations). restoration of human resources. Major Personnel Education Measures LTC Mayu YAMASAKI (Commander, 8th Anti-aircraft Artillery Battalion) Measures Contents I have two faces: “Commander” of Anti-aircraft unit with which highly systemized equipment to ●Improvement of living and working environment by upgrading equipment and facilities (Attractiveness) intercept invading aircraft and others, and“Working Mother” who balance work and family to ●Study to expand recruitment of non-fixed-term privates and widen the categories of applicants, including participate in various events of elementary school to which my child goes. university graduates JGSDF has a full support for balancing work and family, and provides good working environment Recruitment where we can work without anxiety. ●Promoting the active participation of female JSDF personnel by increasing the ratio of female personnel SDF is an organization that allows both male and female to take on challenges with their own will, and improving the foundation and I will continue my best. ●Utilization of retired JSDF personnel through expansion of reappointment system, etc.

●Reforming working styles, such as correcting long working hours and encouragement to take leave ●Measures to support families, including the development of day-care centers within the Agency and CPT Momoko MINAGAWA Nurturing support for emergency call-up (Leader, Transportation Platoon, 357th Engineer Company, 11th Engineer Group)※ ●Enrichment & Improvement of educational foundation through utilization of private technology The company to which I belong has equipment such as hydraulic excavators, and mainly constructs roads and bridges. For this reason, our units have participated in Peace Keeping Support ●Promotion of re-employment in a wide range of fields such as disaster prevention officials Operations and disaster relief operations with its sophisticated engineering technology. I routinely plan and conduct trainings with my subordinates, and also participate in Japan-U.S. bilateral training as an interpreter and engage in a wide range of activities. I work while taking care of my children, but environment has become favorable for women to work year by year, so both public and private lives are really fulfilling. I will work hard with people in this wonderful environment.

※Current Assignment : Security Officer, 4th Engineer Group HQ WO Manami Saiki (CSM, Eastern Army)

Every day since my appointment, I feel that the "human power" of each member supports the organization and that leads to gaining trust from the national people. I myself believe that I have been able to meet JGSDF member at whom I should aim at the right time. Without forgetting the fact, I am aiming for creating“the group of CSM who can encourage willingness of minds of subordinate members” on accordance with my senior’s words that says“Every member is a 陸上自衛隊 Library in NDA Self-study Room of Cadet Residence at National Defense Academy treasure.” What do we have to do to prevent our members from suffering the same anxiety in 5 or 10 years later? I think it's a responsibility for all of us who work in our organization currently. CSMs will work パンフレ ット as one to nurture Japan's glorious treasures

Ｗ 420 LPT Yuki MIYAZAKI (Assistant Gunner, 1st Company, 3rd Infantry Regiment) ×

H297mm I had enrolled GSDF in April 29, 2017, and was assigned to the current infantry company. In training, I am making various efforts to contribute to the unit as much as or more than male members to complete the mission. P07P08 In addition, there are many occasions that only women can do in and out of JGSDF, and I have participated in those willingly, which has expanded the scope of my activities. Last year, I participated in a training as an assistant in a mortar squad in a MOS course for newly recruited JGSDF personnel. I experienced the difficulties and fun of teaching. Having passed the exam to become a Sergeant Candidate, and am going to enter a JGSDF school this summer. I 0427 would like to increase what I can do and train myself to become a pioneer in the midst of increasing women's Nursery in MOD Disaster Prevention Officials at disaster relief operation (Retired SDF personnel) activities.

入稿 Strengthening of Human Resources Foundation

Education for Officers Education for NCO & Privates Employment Support Service

Education of officers is divided into two categories: cadet education before After joining SDF, candidates go through SDF candidate education being commissioned as an officer, and officer education. and Military Occupational Specialty education, and general enlisted Purpose of Employment Support Services During the cadet education, cadets develop the qualities as officers while personnel candidates take first, second term educations, and then Because of the need to maintain organizational strength due to the nature of SDF's missions, most SDF personnel retire in their mid-50 s under the young acquiring the knowledge and skills required as junior officers. retirement age system, and personnel for short-term service retire in their mid-20 s and mid-30. are assigned to units. For this reason, securing a living foundation after retirement for SDF personnel who are forced to retire at a younger age than other public officials is a "Responsibility After becoming an officer, they will go through various basic education After serving for a certain period at a unit, SDF candidates will take of the national government". In order to ensure reemployment for retired SDF personnel, SDF provides various measures to help them find employment. including the Basic Officers’ Course and Advanced Officers’ Course to the screening examination while the general enlisted personnel receive basic education based on branches and responsibilities while serving Support for reemployment at private companies in a unit. There are senior education courses to become senior officers, such candidates will go through the enlisted personnel course, where they learn about leadership and acquire skills and knowledge that are Since it is extremely important to eliminate anxiety about the future of retiring SDF personnel and to secure excellent human resources, SDF provides support as the Command and General Staff Course and the Advanced Command and measures such as vocational trainings that are effective for re-employment. General Staff Course managed by Training, Evaluation, Research necessary for sergeants, after which they will take their first steps as and Development Command (TERCOM). sergeants. Once becoming a sergeant, they will acquire knowledge ●Image of employment support for short-term members Additionally, to gain wider knowledge, opportunities to study at U.S. military, and improve their skills required for sergeants through rank-specific Guidance for Vocational Vocational Short-term Support for foreign or domestic graduate schools are provided. courses and studying abroad. members Joint Job Application & Reemployment Reemployment Aptitude Test Training Fairs Interview

It will be held in 45 regions throughout Japan.

Skill Training: Provision of approximately 50 types of skills trainings aimed at obtaining necessary qualifications for reemployment. (Licenses for Large-sized special motor vehicle, Large-sized Class II vehicle, automobile mechanics, electrician, PC, home helper. etc.) Program for Public Sector Examination: 1 to 2 months programs for retiring personnel who wish to apply for public service officials such as police and fire departments. Support for enrolling into universities: SDF provides correspondence courses at cram schools for members who wish to go on to higher education after retirement. Participation in Joint Job Fairs

●Image of employment support for young retirement members Basic Office Course (Platoon Leading Method) Marching Training Guidance for Vocational Vocational Profession Support for Introduction Application & Reemployment Reemployment Aptitude Test Training of occupation Interview

Retired SDF personnel working actively in a wide range of fields Nearly 100% of companies that hiring retired SDF personnel say that retired SDF work "diligently ■Reemployment of (faithfully)" and“have a strong sense of responsibility.” retired SDF personnel Agriculture, forestry, fisheries, & mining 1.0% Other 2.3% Wholesale Retired SDF Personnel Reemployed in a Wide Range of occupations retailing 6.5% Construction 7.3％ Services Transportation & 41％ Advanced Officer Course (Map Maneuver) Combat Training Communications 14.7％

Functional Officer Course manufacture Public organizations (Study Tour in leaning history of battle in Iwo Jima) 15.8％ Airport security inspector Operator of Admin Staff Disaster Prevention 2.4% agriculture machines Officer at local municipalities Finance and Insurance 9％ Activities in Disaster Prevention and Crisis Management In order to cope with torrential rain and landslide disasters that have occurred frequently in various parts of Japan in recent years, local governments have 陸上自衛隊 employed and allocated personnel with expertise in disaster prevention as "disaster prevention officers" and "crisis management officers." Many retired SDF personnel are working actively in disaster prevention and crisis management fields, making use of their knowledge and experience.

■Trends in number of employees in disaster prevention departments パンフレ ット Practical training in field Response in crisis (Disaster) (Successive expansion over the past 13 years) maintenance ●Operation of disaster management HQ Roles in the Event of Actions to be taken ●Cooperation with SDF & relevant organizations Various Situations in the event of occurrence 500 495 such as the Self-Defense Forces 432 Ｗ 420 402 Establish foundation for disaster 400 372 prevention and crisis management 334 × Normal role H Structure & Training & 300 297mm 300 Planning Verification 258

203 ●Review of disaster prevention and crisis ●Planning and implementation of training on 184 200 171 P09P10 management structures disaster prevention, national protection, ●Development of planning and manuals etc. 143 138 ●Enrichment of education for disaster ●Modification of systems and plans based on 106 prevention & crisis management training results 100 81 54

26 0427 Comprehensive Exercise of the System *If they hire a retired Self-Defense Force official who have received a "Regional Disaster Prevention Manager" certificate from the Cabinet Office, it will be subject to the special allocation tax measure. 0 Command and General Staff Course (Field Tactics) Protection Course (Up to 1 person in 1 local government can be covered by this measure, accounting for 1/2 of personnel costs ’03 ’04’05’06’07’08’09’10 ’11 ’12 ’13 ’14 ’15 ’16 ’17 ’18 (Maximum amount: 3.4 million yen).) Total of GSDF, MSDF, & ASDF 入稿 Strengthening of Human Resources Foundation

Education for Officers Education for NCO & Privates Employment Support Service

Education of officers is divided into two categories: cadet education before After joining SDF, candidates go through SDF candidate education being commissioned as an officer, and officer education. and Military Occupational Specialty education, and general enlisted Purpose of Employment Support Services During the cadet education, cadets develop the qualities as officers while personnel candidates take first, second term educations, and then Because of the need to maintain organizational strength due to the nature of SDF's missions, most SDF personnel retire in their mid-50 s under the young acquiring the knowledge and skills required as junior officers. retirement age system, and personnel for short-term service retire in their mid-20 s and mid-30. are assigned to units. For this reason, securing a living foundation after retirement for SDF personnel who are forced to retire at a younger age than other public officials is a "Responsibility After becoming an officer, they will go through various basic education After serving for a certain period at a unit, SDF candidates will take of the national government". In order to ensure reemployment for retired SDF personnel, SDF provides various measures to help them find employment. including the Basic Officers’ Course and Advanced Officers’ Course to the screening examination while the general enlisted personnel receive basic education based on branches and responsibilities while serving Support for reemployment at private companies in a unit. There are senior education courses to become senior officers, such candidates will go through the enlisted personnel course, where they learn about leadership and acquire skills and knowledge that are Since it is extremely important to eliminate anxiety about the future of retiring SDF personnel and to secure excellent human resources, SDF provides support as the Command and General Staff Course and the Advanced Command and measures such as vocational trainings that are effective for re-employment. General Staff Course managed by Training, Evaluation, Research necessary for sergeants, after which they will take their first steps as and Development Command (TERCOM). sergeants. Once becoming a sergeant, they will acquire knowledge ●Image of employment support for short-term members Additionally, to gain wider knowledge, opportunities to study at U.S. military, and improve their skills required for sergeants through rank-specific Guidance for Vocational Vocational Short-term Support for foreign or domestic graduate schools are provided. courses and studying abroad. members Joint Job Application & Reemployment Reemployment Aptitude Test Training Fairs Interview

It will be held in 45 regions throughout Japan.

Skill Training: Provision of approximately 50 types of skills trainings aimed at obtaining necessary qualifications for reemployment. (Licenses for Large-sized special motor vehicle, Large-sized Class II vehicle, automobile mechanics, electrician, PC, home helper. etc.) Program for Public Sector Examination: 1 to 2 months programs for retiring personnel who wish to apply for public service officials such as police and fire departments. Support for enrolling into universities: SDF provides correspondence courses at cram schools for members who wish to go on to higher education after retirement. Participation in Joint Job Fairs

●Image of employment support for young retirement members Basic Office Course (Platoon Leading Method) Marching Training Guidance for Vocational Vocational Profession Support for Introduction Application & Reemployment Reemployment Aptitude Test Training of occupation Interview

Retired SDF personnel working actively in a wide range of fields Nearly 100% of companies that hiring retired SDF personnel say that retired SDF work "diligently ■Reemployment of (faithfully)" and“have a strong sense of responsibility.” retired SDF personnel Agriculture, forestry, fisheries, & mining 1.0% Other 2.3% Wholesale Retired SDF Personnel Reemployed in a Wide Range of occupations retailing 6.5% Construction 7.3％ Services Transportation & 41％ Advanced Officer Course (Map Maneuver) Combat Training Communications 14.7％

Functional Officer Course manufacture Public organizations (Study Tour in leaning history of battle in Iwo Jima) 15.8％ Airport security inspector Operator of Admin Staff Disaster Prevention 2.4% agriculture machines Officer at local municipalities Finance and Insurance 9％ Activities in Disaster Prevention and Crisis Management In order to cope with torrential rain and landslide disasters that have occurred frequently in various parts of Japan in recent years, local governments have 陸上自衛隊 employed and allocated personnel with expertise in disaster prevention as "disaster prevention officers" and "crisis management officers." Many retired SDF personnel are working actively in disaster prevention and crisis management fields, making use of their knowledge and experience.

■Trends in number of employees in disaster prevention departments パンフレ ット Practical training in field Response in crisis (Disaster) (Successive expansion over the past 13 years) maintenance ●Operation of disaster management HQ Roles in the Event of Actions to be taken ●Cooperation with SDF & relevant organizations Various Situations in the event of occurrence 500 495 such as the Self-Defense Forces 432 Ｗ 420 402 Establish foundation for disaster 400 372 prevention and crisis management 334 × Normal role H Structure & Training & 300 297mm 300 Planning Verification 258

203 ●Review of disaster prevention and crisis ●Planning and implementation of training on 184 200 171 P09P10 management structures disaster prevention, national protection, ●Development of planning and manuals etc. 143 138 ●Enrichment of education for disaster ●Modification of systems and plans based on 106 prevention & crisis management training results 100 81 54

26 0427 Comprehensive Exercise of the System *If they hire a retired Self-Defense Force official who have received a "Regional Disaster Prevention Manager" certificate from the Cabinet Office, it will be subject to the special allocation tax measure. 0 Command and General Staff Course (Field Tactics) Protection Course (Up to 1 person in 1 local government can be covered by this measure, accounting for 1/2 of personnel costs ’03 ’04’05’06’07’08’09’10 ’11 ’12 ’13 ’14 ’15 ’16 ’17 ’18 (Maximum amount: 3.4 million yen).) Total of GSDF, MSDF, & ASDF 入稿 Strengthening of Human Resources Foundation

Recruitment of JGSDF Recruitment Categories

For details of the qualification for examination and other recruitment categories, please refer to the recruitment website Major recruitment courses for JGSDF or recruitment guidance, or contact the nearest Self Defense Forces Provincial Cooperation Offices. 2019 通年ポスター B2(W728×H515mm) There are various courses to become a Category Course Qualifications for Examination JGSDF uniformed personnel. Broadly Aged between 22 to 26 speaking, there is a course to become an college graduate (College graduate aged between 20 to 22 (including expected)) officer who mainly supports the units, Officer level (Graduate school graduate aged under 28 (including expected)) another to become an enlisted personnel Candidate who acts as a core component of the graduate school Graduate school graduate aged between 20 to 28 troops, and another to become a graduate (including expected) fixed-term personnel, who can make Course of Professional degree graduate aged between 20 to 30 dental future plans to fit one’s personal wishes. offiicer Medical, (including expected) Various schooling systems are on offer dental Professional degree graduate aged between 20 to 28 such as: attending the National Defense 守りたいものは、あるか。 Candidate medicine Course of (including expected) Academy or National Defense Medical member of College, which trains future senior officers, Self-Defense High school graduate aged between 18 to 21 after graduating from a high school; or -Forces Student airmen (including expected) attending JGSDF Technical High School, ※ For sailor, aged under 23 which trains non-commissioned officers working in technical fields, after graduating from a junior high school. General candidate for enlistment Aged between 18 to 27 Course of general member Candidate for SDF Personnel Aged between 18 to 27

National general High school graduate or Technical college 3rd grade completed Defense recommendation Academy aged between 18 to 21 (including expected) Student overall selection

Course of Division of Medicine High school graduate or Technical college 3rd grade completed offiicer National National Defense Explanation of Recruitment Information for Course of Defense Medical College student aged between 18 to 21 (including expected) applicant candidates - Medical Japan Self Defense Forces student Division of Nursing College High school graduate or Technical college 3rd grade completed 平和を守る、力になる。 National Defense student aged between 18 to 21 (including expected) Medical College student

Recruitment System of JGSDF Course of GSDF High general Technical Junior high school graduate aged between 15 to 17 general School (including expected) member recommendation General :Enrollment Student Test Officer :Selection Contact information for Recruitment Second Test Lieutenant For more details, see SDF Recruitment Website from QR Code below Warrant Warrant Officer Officer Entrance Ceremony at Officer Candidate School Sergeant Officer Candidate Major Access here Master Sergeant Non - Commissioned Officer for general Sergeant information on First Class SDF recruitment Natinal Defense Academy Student 陸上自衛隊 Sergeant (4 years: Sergeant Major/Chief Petty Division of Medicine Officer/Serior Master Segeart National Defense (Includes students on loans) Personnnel (u) 3sergeants through screening)

in short-term Medical College Defense Medical College student (2 officers per appointment, (6 years: Sergeant Major/Chief Petty Civilian universities Defense Medical College student パンフレ ット Eenrollment ceremony for SDF Leading Private Leading service D General candidate for (4 years: Sergeant Major/Chief Division of Nursing National

personnel candidates SDF Offcer/Senior Master Sergeant upon graduation) ivision of Medicine National

Private Petty Officer/Senior Master enlistment (Upper) and colleges Sergeant upon graduation) (3 years, Leading Private GSDF High Technical upon graduation) School Student Ｗ upon graduation) 420 Private Personnel (u) × Access here Access here (3 months) First Class Candidate H297mm for SDF for more for more information on information on Provincial Cooperation P15P16 recruitment categories Private Office Rifle provision ceremony

0427 Junior high school, and others Aged 18 or older and 33 Senior high school, and others 入稿 Strengthening of Human Resources Foundation

Recruitment of JGSDF Recruitment Categories

For details of the qualification for examination and other recruitment categories, please refer to the recruitment website Major recruitment courses for JGSDF or recruitment guidance, or contact the nearest Self Defense Forces Provincial Cooperation Offices. 2019 通年ポスター B2(W728×H515mm) There are various courses to become a Category Course Qualifications for Examination JGSDF uniformed personnel. Broadly Aged between 22 to 26 speaking, there is a course to become an college graduate (College graduate aged between 20 to 22 (including expected)) officer who mainly supports the units, Officer level (Graduate school graduate aged under 28 (including expected)) another to become an enlisted personnel Candidate who acts as a core component of the graduate school Graduate school graduate aged between 20 to 28 troops, and another to become a graduate (including expected) fixed-term personnel, who can make Course of Professional degree graduate aged between 20 to 30 dental future plans to fit one’s personal wishes. offiicer Medical, (including expected) Various schooling systems are on offer dental Professional degree graduate aged between 20 to 28 such as: attending the National Defense 守りたいものは、あるか。 Candidate medicine Course of (including expected) Academy or National Defense Medical member of College, which trains future senior officers, Self-Defense High school graduate aged between 18 to 21 after graduating from a high school; or -Forces Student airmen (including expected) attending JGSDF Technical High School, ※ For sailor, aged under 23 which trains non-commissioned officers working in technical fields, after graduating from a junior high school. General candidate for enlistment Aged between 18 to 27 Course of general member Candidate for SDF Personnel Aged between 18 to 27

National general High school graduate or Technical college 3rd grade completed Defense recommendation Academy aged between 18 to 21 (including expected) Student overall selection

Course of Division of Medicine High school graduate or Technical college 3rd grade completed offiicer National National Defense Explanation of Recruitment Information for Course of Defense Medical College student aged between 18 to 21 (including expected) applicant candidates - Medical Japan Self Defense Forces student Division of Nursing College High school graduate or Technical college 3rd grade completed 平和を守る、力になる。 National Defense student aged between 18 to 21 (including expected) Medical College student

Recruitment System of JGSDF Course of GSDF High general Technical Junior high school graduate aged between 15 to 17 general School (including expected) member recommendation General :Enrollment Student Test Officer :Selection Contact information for Recruitment Second Test Lieutenant For more details, see SDF Recruitment Website from QR Code below Warrant Warrant Officer Officer Entrance Ceremony at Officer Candidate School Sergeant Officer Candidate Major Access here Master Sergeant Non - Commissioned Officer for general Sergeant information on First Class SDF recruitment Natinal Defense Academy Student 陸上自衛隊 Sergeant (4 years: Sergeant Major/Chief Petty Division of Medicine Officer/Serior Master Segeart National Defense (Includes students on loans) Personnnel (u) 3sergeants through screening)

in short-term Medical College Defense Medical College student (2 officers per appointment, (6 years: Sergeant Major/Chief Petty Civilian universities Defense Medical College student パンフレ ット Eenrollment ceremony for SDF Leading Private Leading service D General candidate for (4 years: Sergeant Major/Chief Division of Nursing National

personnel candidates SDF Offcer/Senior Master Sergeant upon graduation) ivision of Medicine National

Private Petty Officer/Senior Master enlistment (Upper) and colleges Sergeant upon graduation) (3 years, Leading Private GSDF High Technical upon graduation) School Student Ｗ upon graduation) 420 Private Personnel (u) × Access here Access here (3 months) First Class Candidate H297mm for SDF for more for more information on information on Provincial Cooperation P15P16 recruitment categories Private Office Rifle provision ceremony

0427 Junior high school, and others Aged 18 or older and 33 Senior high school, and others 入稿 Strengthening of Human Resources Foundation

SDF Reserve Personnel System

SDF Reserve personnel are those who have general SDF Reserve Personnel occupation as civilians under normal conditions and serve as SDF members when responding to emergencies. Reserve personnel are those who work outside of The JSDF has three kinds of reserve systems, which are SDF in peacetime, but who serve as uniformed reserve personnel system, ready reserve personnel SDF personnel as part-time special civil servant system and reserve personnel candidate system. when they have received a defense call-up in the event of a crisis. They are called up for training for 5 days a year in order to keep their knowledge and skills as SDF personnel. (for 1 day who are recruited from original unit within 1 year after retirement )

In Peacetime In emergency

SDF Ready Reserve Personnel removing fallen timber SDF Ready Reserve Personnel bounding for disaster areas Defense call-up Civil protection call-up SDF Reserve Personnel SDF Ready Reserve Personnel Candidates for SDF Reserve Personnel Disaster call-up

As a civilian, they keep a regular job (such as working They contribute to defense of Japan as SDF for a company) and participate in training for the personnel and to society such as in response mandated number of days. to disaster relief operations.

Badge of SDF Reserve Personnel Symbol of SDF Ready Reserve Personnel Badge of Candidate for SDF Reserve Personnel SDF Ready Reserve Personnel SDF Reserve Personnel become uniformed SDF SDF Reserve Personnel candidates, some of SDF Ready Reserve Personnel become uniformed personnel upon the issuance of a defense call-up whom are recruited among those with no prior SDF personnel and are assigned to carry out their order or other orders following the frontline units experience as uniformed SDF personnel in Ready reserve personnel are those who work outside of SDF in peacetime in peacetime but who serve as uniformed mission together with incumbent uniformed SDF deployment, and carry out tasks such as base order to take advantage of private sector’s The role personnel as part of designated frontline units SDF personnel as part-time special civil servant when they have received a defense call-up in the event of a crisis. guard, interpretation, logistical support including professional skills, are appointed as SDF following the issuance of a defense call-up order supply duties, aid & escort for affected people, Reserve Personnel after completing the They are called up for training for 30 days in order to keep their knowledge and skills as SDF personnel. or other orders. Disaster Relief Activities and etc. necessary education and training.

Defense call-up In emergency Defense call-up In Peacetime Call-up duty Civil protection call-up Civil protection call-up and Security call-up Education and training call-up Disaster call-up other duties Disaster call-up Training call-up Training call-up Defense call-up Civil protection call-up Former SDF Personnel, ・Retired SDF personnel ・Candidates for SDF Reserve Personnel former SDF Ready Reserve More than 1 year in SDF and less than 1 (Technical) Security call-up Personnel, former SDF Reserve year after retirement (Persons with special or advanced skills and Personnel ・SDF Reserve Personnel knowledge in hygiene, foreign language, etc.) Disaster call-up Retired SDF personnel (more than 1 year ・Candidates for SDF Reserve Personnel enrollment) and Candidate for SDF (General) They have regular jobs as civilians (e.g. working at They report to duty immediately and contribute Reserve Personnel (General) who have (Persons who do not fall under the category companies), but participate in training 30 days a year. to the defense of Japan as SDF personnel. They mastered required skills of Candidates for SDF Personnel (Technical) also contribute to society through disaster relief and other circumstances. Candidate

Candidate for SDF Reserve Personnel

This is a system to recruit those who have no experience as SDF personnel as candidate and assign them as SDF reserve personnel after they complete the required education and training.

General: 50 days within three years (equivalent to Although the Self-Defense Forces Law designates Education/ Candidate SDF personnel (private level) course) a maximum of 20 days per year, actual (Common to General and 30 days per year Technical: 10 days within two years (training to serve Training implementation is 5 days per year as a standard Technical Emplyment Categories) as SDF Personnel by utilizing their special skills) Candidates for SDF Those with no experience as application Appointment SDF Reserve SDF personnel Reserve Personnel (including those with less than Personnel For more details, see Official Website from QR Code a year of SDF experience) test After Training SDF Reserve Personnel 検索 Strengthening of Human Resources Foundation

SDF Reserve Personnel System

SDF Reserve personnel are those who have general SDF Reserve Personnel occupation as civilians under normal conditions and serve as SDF members when responding to emergencies. Reserve personnel are those who work outside of The JSDF has three kinds of reserve systems, which are SDF in peacetime, but who serve as uniformed reserve personnel system, ready reserve personnel SDF personnel as part-time special civil servant system and reserve personnel candidate system. when they have received a defense call-up in the event of a crisis. They are called up for training for 5 days a year in order to keep their knowledge and skills as SDF personnel. (for 1 day who are recruited from original unit within 1 year after retirement )

In Peacetime In emergency

SDF Ready Reserve Personnel removing fallen timber SDF Ready Reserve Personnel bounding for disaster areas Defense call-up Civil protection call-up SDF Reserve Personnel SDF Ready Reserve Personnel Candidates for SDF Reserve Personnel Disaster call-up

As a civilian, they keep a regular job (such as working They contribute to defense of Japan as SDF for a company) and participate in training for the personnel and to society such as in response mandated number of days. to disaster relief operations.

Badge of SDF Reserve Personnel Symbol of SDF Ready Reserve Personnel Badge of Candidate for SDF Reserve Personnel SDF Ready Reserve Personnel SDF Reserve Personnel become uniformed SDF SDF Reserve Personnel candidates, some of SDF Ready Reserve Personnel become uniformed personnel upon the issuance of a defense call-up whom are recruited among those with no prior SDF personnel and are assigned to carry out their order or other orders following the frontline units experience as uniformed SDF personnel in Ready reserve personnel are those who work outside of SDF in peacetime in peacetime but who serve as uniformed mission together with incumbent uniformed SDF deployment, and carry out tasks such as base order to take advantage of private sector’s The role personnel as part of designated frontline units SDF personnel as part-time special civil servant when they have received a defense call-up in the event of a crisis. guard, interpretation, logistical support including professional skills, are appointed as SDF following the issuance of a defense call-up order supply duties, aid & escort for affected people, Reserve Personnel after completing the They are called up for training for 30 days in order to keep their knowledge and skills as SDF personnel. or other orders. Disaster Relief Activities and etc. necessary education and training.

Defense call-up In emergency Defense call-up In Peacetime Call-up duty Civil protection call-up Civil protection call-up and Security call-up Education and training call-up Disaster call-up other duties Disaster call-up Training call-up Training call-up Defense call-up Civil protection call-up Former SDF Personnel, ・Retired SDF personnel ・Candidates for SDF Reserve Personnel former SDF Ready Reserve More than 1 year in SDF and less than 1 (Technical) Security call-up Personnel, former SDF Reserve year after retirement (Persons with special or advanced skills and Personnel ・SDF Reserve Personnel knowledge in hygiene, foreign language, etc.) Disaster call-up Retired SDF personnel (more than 1 year ・Candidates for SDF Reserve Personnel enrollment) and Candidate for SDF (General) They have regular jobs as civilians (e.g. working at They report to duty immediately and contribute Reserve Personnel (General) who have (Persons who do not fall under the category companies), but participate in training 30 days a year. to the defense of Japan as SDF personnel. They mastered required skills of Candidates for SDF Personnel (Technical) also contribute to society through disaster relief and other circumstances. Candidate

Candidate for SDF Reserve Personnel

This is a system to recruit those who have no experience as SDF personnel as candidate and assign them as SDF reserve personnel after they complete the required education and training.

General: 50 days within three years (equivalent to Although the Self-Defense Forces Law designates Education/ Candidate SDF personnel (private level) course) a maximum of 20 days per year, actual (Common to General and 30 days per year Technical: 10 days within two years (training to serve Training implementation is 5 days per year as a standard Technical Emplyment Categories) as SDF Personnel by utilizing their special skills) Candidates for SDF Those with no experience as application Appointment SDF Reserve SDF personnel Reserve Personnel (including those with less than Personnel For more details, see Official Website from QR Code a year of SDF experience) test After Training SDF Reserve Personnel 検索 Service Branches, Major Equipment & Task Organization of JGSDF Service Branches, Major Equipment & Task Organization of JGSDF

Branches of JGSDF

Infantry Armor Ordnance Quartermaster

Infantry plays important Armor consists of Tank, Ordnance supplies and Quartermaster supplies, roles in battles as the Mobile Combat Vehicle, maintains firearms, maintains and retrieves core element of ground Amphibious Assault vehicles, guided food, fuel, clothing and combat force by utilizing Vehicle, and weapons and other general supplies, their mobility, firepower Reconnaissance Units. ammunition. It also as well as provides and close combat Utilizing precision firepower carries out Explosive water, bathing and capability. of tanks, excellent Ordnance Disposal. laundry services. maneuverability and armor protection, they overwhelm and destroy enemy while promptly maneuvering.

Field Artillery Anti-aircraft Artillery Transportation Chemical

Field Artillery masses a Anti-aircraft Artillery Transportation controls Employing various large amount of fire at intercepts invading transport by civil chemical equipment, required place and time aircraft and collects transport companies and Chemical conducts to suppress enemy in information on enemy manages the reconnaissance of the broad areas, as the fire aviation activity promptly transportation network areas contaminated by combat troop. and systematically. during international radioactive material, peace cooperation chemical agents, or activities. It also other hazardous material, transports troops with and subsequently heavy-load vehicles. decontaminate personnel and equipment.

Military Intelligence Aviation Military Police Finance

With specialized skills and With various Military Police maintains Finance manages knowledge in intelligence, helicopters, Aviation order within the force accounting task Military Intelligence broadly provides through criminal including the payment of supports intelligence task support for field units investigation, VIP salary and procurement of other units by collecting such as air fire protection, traffic control, for units. and processing support, air and crime prevention. information as well as reconnaissance, airlift distributing maps and of troops and supply, aerial photographs. and command communication Boeing

Engineer Signal Medical Band

Utilizing various types of Using various communication- Medical is responsible Band raises morale of engineering equipment, electronic equipment, Signal for medical treatment personnel through Engineer builds and clears secures communication and evacuation of musical performance and obstacles, constructs necessary for giving and patients, health contributes to public strongpoints, and receiving commands and management of service affairs. conducts river-crossing liaising among units, and members, technical operations to support plays a major role in electronic support for epidemic combat units. It is also in warfare. It also processes control, and supply and charge of the photographs and films and maintenance of medical maintenance of does maintenance work of materials. engineering equipment. communication equipment.

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Branches of JGSDF

Infantry Armor Ordnance Quartermaster

Infantry plays important Armor consists of Tank, Ordnance supplies and Quartermaster supplies, roles in battles as the Mobile Combat Vehicle, maintains firearms, maintains and retrieves core element of ground Amphibious Assault vehicles, guided food, fuel, clothing and combat force by utilizing Vehicle, and weapons and other general supplies, their mobility, firepower Reconnaissance Units. ammunition. It also as well as provides and close combat Utilizing precision firepower carries out Explosive water, bathing and capability. of tanks, excellent Ordnance Disposal. laundry services. maneuverability and armor protection, they overwhelm and destroy enemy while promptly maneuvering.

Field Artillery Anti-aircraft Artillery Transportation Chemical

Field Artillery masses a Anti-aircraft Artillery Transportation controls Employing various large amount of fire at intercepts invading transport by civil chemical equipment, required place and time aircraft and collects transport companies and Chemical conducts to suppress enemy in information on enemy manages the reconnaissance of the broad areas, as the fire aviation activity promptly transportation network areas contaminated by combat troop. and systematically. during international radioactive material, peace cooperation chemical agents, or activities. It also other hazardous material, transports troops with and subsequently heavy-load vehicles. decontaminate personnel and equipment.

Military Intelligence Aviation Military Police Finance

With specialized skills and With various Military Police maintains Finance manages knowledge in intelligence, helicopters, Aviation order within the force accounting task Military Intelligence broadly provides through criminal including the payment of supports intelligence task support for field units investigation, VIP salary and procurement of other units by collecting such as air fire protection, traffic control, for units. and processing support, air and crime prevention. information as well as reconnaissance, airlift distributing maps and of troops and supply, aerial photographs. and command communication Boeing

Engineer Signal Medical Band

Utilizing various types of Using various communication- Medical is responsible Band raises morale of engineering equipment, electronic equipment, Signal for medical treatment personnel through Engineer builds and clears secures communication and evacuation of musical performance and obstacles, constructs necessary for giving and patients, health contributes to public strongpoints, and receiving commands and management of service affairs. conducts river-crossing liaising among units, and members, technical operations to support plays a major role in electronic support for epidemic combat units. It is also in warfare. It also processes control, and supply and charge of the photographs and films and maintenance of medical maintenance of does maintenance work of materials. engineering equipment. communication equipment.

For more details on each Corps of JGSDF, see video reference Access Here Service Branches, Major Equipment & Task Organization of JGSDF

Major Equipment of JGSDF Type-12 Surface-to-Ship Guided Missile Type-03 Mid-range Surface-to-Air Guided Missile

Type-16 Mobile Combat Vehicle (16MCV) Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV) Middle-Range Multi-Purpose missile Type-11 Short-range Surface-to-Air Guided Missile

陸上自衛隊 Ty p e -10 Ta n k Type-99 Self-Propelled 155 mm Howitzer Type-07 Mobility Support Bridge Motorbike

パンフレ ット

Ｗ 420 ×

H297mm

P25P26

0427 Light Armored Vehicle (LAV) High Mobility Vehicle Cargo Helicopter (CH-47JA) Tilt rotor aircraft (Ｖ-２２)

入稿 Service Branches, Major Equipment & Task Organization of JGSDF

Major Equipment of JGSDF Type-12 Surface-to-Ship Guided Missile Type-03 Mid-range Surface-to-Air Guided Missile

Type-16 Mobile Combat Vehicle (16MCV) Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV) Middle-Range Multi-Purpose missile Type-11 Short-range Surface-to-Air Guided Missile

陸上自衛隊 Ty p e -10 Ta n k Type-99 Self-Propelled 155 mm Howitzer Type-07 Mobility Support Bridge Motorbike

パンフレ ット

Ｗ 420 ×

H297mm

P25P26

0427 Light Armored Vehicle (LAV) High Mobility Vehicle Cargo Helicopter (CH-47JA) Tilt rotor aircraft (Ｖ-２２)

入稿 Service Branches, Major Equipment & Task Organization of JGSDF Organization of JGSDF Rank Insignia of JGSDF

Ground Staff Office Ground Rank Insignia Self-Defense GCC Headquarters and Headquarters Service Unit Military Intelligence Command Force Ground Component Rank insignia is on the shoulder or the collar (left arm in the case of non-commissioned officers) of the GSDF Command (GCC) Central Nuclear Biological Chemical 1st Airborne Brigade C5 Command Weapon Defense Unit uniform. It conveys the rank of the GSDF member.

Amphibious Rapid Central Readiness Regiment NBC Counter Medical Unit Deployment Brigade International Peace Cooperation Chief of Lieutenant Major Lieutenant First Second Warrant 1st Helicopter Brigade Special Operation Group Activities Training Unit Staff, Colonel Major Captain JGSDF General General Colonel Lieutenant Lieutenant Officer Regional Army Army Headquarters Example of Rapid Deployment Division Divisions and Brigade Other Units and Rapid Deployment Division Organizations Other Troops Infantry Regiment Organization School

Depot Officer Candidate School QM School Rapid Deployment Regiment Fuji School Tran School Hospital※ AA School Kodaira School Other Units Provincial Cooperation Sergeant Master Sergeant Leading Private Office※ MI School Med School First Sergeant First Private Depot Major Sergeant Class Private Class Training Evaluation Avn School Cml School Research and Engr School High Techinical School Hospital※ Development Command （TERCOM） Sig School Physical Training School※ Ground Materiel Control Command Ord School

※Joint Organization

Major Camps of JGSDF 2nd Division 11ｔｈ Brigade

Northern Army Identification Badge of Command Sergeant Major

5ｔｈ Brigade CSM, GCC/Regional 7ｔｈ Division CSM, JGSDF Army/Divison CSM, Brigade CSM, Regiment/Battalion

15ｔｈ Brigade 9ｔｈ Division

Middle Army Northeastern Army 12ｔｈ Brigade

10ｔｈ Division

3rd Division 6ｔｈ Division 13ｔｈ Brigade

Ground Component Command（GCC） 4ｔｈ Division Eastern Army Badge

The badge is on the chest of the GSDF uniform. It shows the current duties of pernonnel and their Military Western Army Occupational Specialty.

1st Division 14ｔｈ Brigade Recruitment Air Traffic Aviator Ranger Airborne EOD 8ｔｈ Division & PR Controller

Special Winter Amphibious Offshore Free Fall Skipper Operation Ranger Operation Infiltration GCC

Waterway Physical Martial Rifleman Skiing Infiltration Strength Arts (Bilateral Coordination Department) Service Branches, Major Equipment & Task Organization of JGSDF Organization of JGSDF Rank Insignia of JGSDF

Ground Staff Office Ground Rank Insignia Self-Defense GCC Headquarters and Headquarters Service Unit Military Intelligence Command Force Ground Component Rank insignia is on the shoulder or the collar (left arm in the case of non-commissioned officers) of the GSDF Command (GCC) Central Nuclear Biological Chemical 1st Airborne Brigade C5 Command Weapon Defense Unit uniform. It conveys the rank of the GSDF member.

Amphibious Rapid Central Readiness Regiment NBC Counter Medical Unit Deployment Brigade International Peace Cooperation Chief of Lieutenant Major Lieutenant First Second Warrant 1st Helicopter Brigade Special Operation Group Activities Training Unit Staff, Colonel Major Captain JGSDF General General Colonel Lieutenant Lieutenant Officer Regional Army Army Headquarters Example of Rapid Deployment Division Divisions and Brigade Other Units and Rapid Deployment Division Organizations Other Troops Infantry Regiment Organization School

Depot Officer Candidate School QM School Rapid Deployment Regiment Fuji School Tran School Hospital※ AA School Kodaira School Other Units Provincial Cooperation Sergeant Master Sergeant Leading Private Office※ MI School Med School First Sergeant First Private Depot Major Sergeant Class Private Class Training Evaluation Avn School Cml School Research and Engr School High Techinical School Hospital※ Development Command （TERCOM） Sig School Physical Training School※ Ground Materiel Control Command Ord School

※Joint Organization

Major Camps of JGSDF 2nd Division 11ｔｈ Brigade

Northern Army Identification Badge of Command Sergeant Major

5ｔｈ Brigade CSM, GCC/Regional 7ｔｈ Division CSM, JGSDF Army/Divison CSM, Brigade CSM, Regiment/Battalion

15ｔｈ Brigade 9ｔｈ Division

Middle Army Northeastern Army 12ｔｈ Brigade

10ｔｈ Division

3rd Division 6ｔｈ Division 13ｔｈ Brigade

Ground Component Command（GCC） 4ｔｈ Division Eastern Army Badge

The badge is on the chest of the GSDF uniform. It shows the current duties of pernonnel and their Military Western Army Occupational Specialty.

1st Division 14ｔｈ Brigade Recruitment Air Traffic Aviator Ranger Airborne EOD 8ｔｈ Division & PR Controller

Special Winter Amphibious Offshore Free Fall Skipper Operation Ranger Operation Infiltration GCC

Waterway Physical Martial Rifleman Skiing Infiltration Strength Arts (Bilateral Coordination Department) GSDF official website and SNS JGSDF Public Relations Center Web site for recruitment of SDF personnel

GSDF official website and SNS Web site for recruitment of SDF personnel

In order to protect the land and the lives and property of the national people, JGSDF is engaging in a variety The website for the recruitment of SDF personnel provides information on the SDF's of activities throughout Japan as an entity that exists with the people on a daily basis. work as well as on various types of enrollment. I hope that following SNS will help you deepen understanding of JGSDF. Also, we are releasing a series of public relations videos. Please access the websites to watch them. Japan Ground Self-Defense Force WEB SITE

【Topic Introduction of Recruitment】 【Introduction of information on the SDF's work】

Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JSDF) characters TAKUMA AND YUU-CHAN.

Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Public Relations Center 【Introduction in an easy-to-understand manner in an animation JGSDF Public Information Center is adjacent to JGSDF Camp Asaka in Asaka City, Saitama Prefecture, and is the about the categories of recruitment of self-defense officials, etc.】 only experience-based information center in JGSDF. There are display introducing JGSDF’s tasks and organization. A Type-10 Tank, an Anti-tank Helicopter (AH-1S) and other equipment are exhibited. In this facility, visitors can see displays and as well as enjoy experience a flight simulator (AH-1S), a 3D theater with powerful sound and screen, and even try on a uniform.

Admission Free Free Opening Hours 10AM-5PM Days Closed Monday, Fourth Tuesday, New Year Days (December 28-January 4) Parking lot 40cars(extra parking 100 cars) 5 buses Tel 03-3924-4176 【Just answer simple questions and you'll find suitable job as a Self-Defense Force personnel】

陸上自衛隊

パンフレ ット

Center’s exterior Open-air exhibition Indoor exhibition

Ｗ 420 Access

× By train…1.5km(20min walk) from Wakoshi Sta, H297mm Tobu Tojo Line(Yurakucho Fukutoshin Line) 【Public relations videos are being released.】

P29P30 【Web site for recruitment of SDF personnel】 Access here! 0427 https://www.mod.go.jp/gsdf/jieikanbosyu/

入稿 GSDF official website and SNS JGSDF Public Relations Center Web site for recruitment of SDF personnel

GSDF official website and SNS Web site for recruitment of SDF personnel

In order to protect the land and the lives and property of the national people, JGSDF is engaging in a variety The website for the recruitment of SDF personnel provides information on the SDF's of activities throughout Japan as an entity that exists with the people on a daily basis. work as well as on various types of enrollment. I hope that following SNS will help you deepen understanding of JGSDF. Also, we are releasing a series of public relations videos. Please access the websites to watch them. Japan Ground Self-Defense Force WEB SITE

【Topic Introduction of Recruitment】 【Introduction of information on the SDF's work】

Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JSDF) characters TAKUMA AND YUU-CHAN.

Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Public Relations Center 【Introduction in an easy-to-understand manner in an animation JGSDF Public Information Center is adjacent to JGSDF Camp Asaka in Asaka City, Saitama Prefecture, and is the about the categories of recruitment of self-defense officials, etc.】 only experience-based information center in JGSDF. There are display introducing JGSDF’s tasks and organization. A Type-10 Tank, an Anti-tank Helicopter (AH-1S) and other equipment are exhibited. In this facility, visitors can see displays and as well as enjoy experience a flight simulator (AH-1S), a 3D theater with powerful sound and screen, and even try on a uniform.

Admission Free Free Opening Hours 10AM-5PM Days Closed Monday, Fourth Tuesday, New Year Days (December 28-January 4) Parking lot 40cars(extra parking 100 cars) 5 buses Tel 03-3924-4176 【Just answer simple questions and you'll find suitable job as a Self-Defense Force personnel】

陸上自衛隊

パンフレ ット

Center’s exterior Open-air exhibition Indoor exhibition

Ｗ 420 Access

× By train…1.5km(20min walk) from Wakoshi Sta, H297mm Tobu Tojo Line(Yurakucho Fukutoshin Line) 【Public relations videos are being released.】

P29P30 【Web site for recruitment of SDF personnel】 Access here! 0427 https://www.mod.go.jp/gsdf/jieikanbosyu/

入稿 JGSDF

Japan Ground Self-Defense Force

Home Page of JGSDF JSDF Official YouTube Channel https://www.mod.go.jp/gsdf/

Home Page of JSDF Recruitment JSDF Recruitment Call Center https://www.mod.go.jp/gsdf/jieikanbosyu/