Why not mere Japan status?

Many people I know who are interested in japan find the idea of full Japanese citizenship incredibly appealing. They love Japan and want to feel more connected to their home country. Furthermore, they often have strong feelings about the treatment of minorities in South Korea, including the South’s history of colonialism, their treatment of Japanese people and their historically racist attitude towards foreigners. They want to show that Japan is willing to change and become more equitable to people of all nationalities.

Why not the mere Japan status?

Only four other countries have a similar relationship with the U.S., and no other country outranks japan based on GDP per capita. Japan’s status as a treaty ally is what grants it so many other benefits. The U.S. has a free trade agreement with Japan and a “security treaty” that allows U.S. forces to train with the Japanese military. There are also frequent visits between the two countries, and thousands of Americans live and work in Japan.

Why not Japan's national status?

The idea of changing Japan’s national status from a country to a state is not new. A proposal to make the change was first put forward in the early 1990s by writer Yukio Hoshino, but the idea was quickly rejected.

Why not mere Japan's status?

If Japan were to be designated a State, it would be the first time in history that a former non-sovereign country has been given a sovereign country's title and status. It would change the entire dynamic of the world's diplomatic relations and the United Nations' membership. There are serious repercussions that come with this unprecedented change to the world order and to the United Nations' decisions, all of which could have catastrophic consequences.

Why not mere Japan's national status?

Since its nationalization in the early 20th century, Japan has sought to increase its regional power projection and independence from the United States. In the post-WWII era, Japan sought economic advancement and closer ties to regional partners, such as South Korea, Taiwan, and China. In addition, Japan has worked to maintain regional peace and order, most notably through the Security Pact with the United States.