Japan to include denial defense in revised security documents

Defense Japan to include denial defense in revised security documents Focus on preventing invasion from a distance lines up with US strategy against China Drones are expected to form a key part of Japan's denial defense strategy. (Japan Air Self-Defense Force via Kyodo) RYO NAKAMURA November 11, 2026 02:46 JST TOKYO -- Japan plans to include denial defense in its revisions to three key security documents this year, putting more emphasis on using drones and long-range missiles to halt enemy approaches, aiming to align more closely with the U.S. government's current strategy in the region. Read Next Defense Japan to create defense research hubs at universities for AI, space tech Defense US experts warm to Japanese nuclear subs as check on China in Asian waters Defense Japan to bolster defenses with unified missile, artillery systems Startups Fukushima tries to reinvent itself as hub for drones, robots and rockets Interview Japan can build defense edge on AI, Palantir CEO says Defense Japan aims to deploy underwater drones for sub surveillance Defense Stronger Japan alliance needed for deterrence: Senior US official Defense Japan weighs rebranding energy, AI as defense spending under Trump pressure Defense Japan to reorganize defense research around AI, cyber Latest on Defense Defense India forms commando units for close combat along China border Defense Japan to create defense research hubs at universities for AI, space tech Defense Japan to give Philippines drones, radar systems in biggest security aid to date Sponsored Content About Sponsored Content This content was commissioned by Nikkei's Global Business Bureau.