About Our Chapter
Japan for a World BEYOND War is a local chapter of the global World BEYOND War network, whose mission is the abolition of war. World BEYOND War’s work debunks the myths that war is inevitable, just, necessary, or beneficial. We outline the evidence that nonviolent methods are the most effective and lasting tools by which to resolve conflict. And we provide a blueprint for ending war, one that is rooted in the strategies of demilitarizing security, managing conflict nonviolently, and creating a culture of peace.Chapter news and views
Upcoming Webinar: “Cover-up? Sexual Assaults Continue in Militarized Okinawa”
A webinar is planned for Friday, 4th of October, at 8 PM Eastern Time (Saturday 9 AM in Japan). #WorldBEYONDWar
Japan-U.S. Joint Statement on War Preparations Forecasts Doom
The U.S. restated its unwavering commitment to the “defense” of Japan under Article V of the U.S.-Japan Treaty of Mutual Cooperation and Security using its full range of capabilities, including nuclear. #WorldBEYONDWar
Protests Grow in Japan Against Sexual Assaults by U.S. Troops
Recently, in Okinawa there have been several reports of girls and women in Okinawa being sexually assaulted by members of the U.S. military. #WorldBEYONDWar
VIDEO: Militarization: Destroying the Environment in Okinawa and the World
War and militarization are the Earth’s greatest enemies, and this remains especially true in Okinawa, Japan. #WorldBEYONDWar
Forum Held in Japan on Holding the U.S. Government Accountable for Dropping A-Bombs
On the 7th and 8th of June, the Second International Forum for an “International People’s Tribunal to Hold the U.S. Accountable for Dropping A-bombs” was held in Hiroshima Japan. #WorldBEYONDWar
Japan Has Begun Building New U.S. Military Base to Protect “Democracy” in Okinawa Despite Opposition of Almost Everyone in Okinawa
Japan has begun building a new military base that nobody wants, except the U.S. goverment. #WorldBEYONDWar