Japan’s Consistent Position on the Territorial Sovereignty over Takeshima
Takeshima is indisputably an inherent part of the territory of Japan, in light of historical facts and based on international law. The Republic of Korea has been occupying Takeshima with no basis in international law. Any measures the Republic of Korea takes regarding Takeshima based on such an illegal occupation have no legal justification. Japan will continue to seek the settlement of the dispute of the territorial sovereignty over Takeshima on the basis of international law in a calm and peaceful manner.
Note: The Republic of Korea has never demonstrated any clear basis for its claims that it had effective control over Takeshima prior to Japan’s effective control over Takeshima and reaffirmation of its territorial sovereignty in 1905.
Information about Takeshima 1. Overview Takeshima is comprised of two islands, Higashijima (Mejima) Island and Nishijima (Ojima) Island and numerous small Islands. It is part of Okinoshima Town of Shimane Prefecture.
2. Location Takeshima is located in the Sea of Japan approximately 158 km northwest of the Oki Islands at 37°14’ north latitude and 131°52’ east longitude.
3. Size The total land area of Takeshima is approximately 0.21 square kilometers.
4. Nature The two are precipitous volcanic islands, and cliffs abut the coastline on all sides. They have scarce vegetation and drinking water resources.
5. Fishing ground for Japanese In the early 17th century the Japanese people used the islands as a fishing ground for sea lions and abalone. Sea lion hunting business started on a full scale in the early1900s.
Takeshima Issue Japan’s Territorial Sovereignty over Takeshima
Numerous maps and documents clearly demonstrate that Japan has recognized the existence of Takeshima for centuries. In the early 17th century, Japanese merchants were given permission for passage to Utsuryo Island by the Japanese government, and they used Takeshima as a navigational port for ships on their way to Utsuryo Island as well as a ground to catch sea lions and other marine resources. Japan established sovereignty over Takeshima by the mid 17th century.
In the early 1900s, residents of the islands of Shimane Prefecture called for a stable situation to conduct their sea lion hunting business. The Japanese government incorporated Takeshima into Shimane Prefecture in January 1905, following by a Cabinet decision. By doing so, the Japanese government reaffirmed its sovereignty over Takeshima.
Recognition of Japan’s Territorial Sovereignty by the San Francisco Peace Treaty and the International Community.
Signed in September 1951, the SF Peace Treaty states that Japan recognizes the independence of Korea and renounces “Korea, including the islands of Quelpart, Port Hamilton and Dagelet.” A request made by the Republic of Korea to include Takeshima was explicitly rejected by the United States on the grounds t hat Takeshima had never been treated as Korean territory and that Korea had at no point claimed sovereignty over Takeshima.
In January 1952, the then President of the Republic of Korea, Syngman Rhee, unilaterally drew the so-called “Syngman Rhee Line,” incorporating Takeshima into the ROK side of the line. This act was clearly against international law. As a result of this decision, numerous Japanese fishing boats crossing the line were captured by the ROK authorities, resulting in several Japanese casualties. In July 1953, the ROK authorities fired at a patrol vessel of the Japan Coast Guard that was sailing near Takeshima. Since that time, the ROK has continued its illegal occupation of Takeshima, stationing security personnel and taking further unilateral actions, such as constructing lodgings, a monitoring facility, a lighthouse, a port and docking facilities on the islands.
Japan’s Response to Takeshima
Japan has repeatedly lodged protests in the strongest terms against the Republic of Korea’s illegal occupation of Takeshima. In order to resolve this dispute in a peaceful manner, Japan has proposed to refer this case to the International Court of Justice on three occasions since 1954. However, the Republic of Korea has rejected all of these proposals.
Japan and the Republic of Korea have built a relationship of trust through activities such as the joint hosting of the 2002 FIFA World Cup. In order to establish genuine and friendly relations between the two nations, Japan will continue to seek the settlement of the dispute in a calm and peaceful manner on the basis of international law.
It is a sheer lie that “East Sea” predates the birth of Christ
Korean government has been conducting an international campaign to introduce the appellation“East Sea” as an alternative to the “Sea of Japan” even claiming that “East Sea” predates the birth of Christ. However, this is a sheer lie. It is true that 東海 or “Donhae” or “East Sea” appears as a description in the “History Book of Three Kingdoms” in 37 B.C. But you can easily understand that“East Sea” in this context refers to “Bohai” or the sea on the west side of the Korea Peninsula -“East Sea” means the sea to the “east side of China”.
Prof. Shimojo introduces abundant historical records in his paper, which cpmletely refutes the Korean government’s assertion of legitimacy of the naming of “East Sea” over the current “Sea of Japan”.
He also reveals that the Korean government’s assertion of the “East Sea” appellation closely relates to its territorial claim over “Takeshima” or “Dokdo”. On the “Takeshima” issue, we have preveously presented overwhelming evidence that current Korean occupation of the island is a complete violation of international law.
Please have a look at Prof. Shimoyo’s paper “Why not silence the Republic of Korea in dealing with the naming issue of the Sea of Japan?” linked below.
Japan’s Consistent Position on the Territorial Sovereignty over Takeshima
Takeshima is indisputably an inherent part of the territory of Japan, in light of historical facts and based on international law. The Republic of Korea has been occupying Takeshima with no basis in international law. Any measures the Republic of Korea takes regarding Takeshima based on such an illegal occupation have no legal justification. Japan will continue to seek the settlement of the dispute of the territorial sovereignty over Takeshima on the basis of international law in a calm and peaceful manner.
Note: The Republic of Korea has never demonstrated any clear basis for its claims that it had effective control over Takeshima prior to Japan’s effective control over Takeshima and reaffirmation of its territorial sovereignty in 1905.
Information about Takeshima 1. Overview Takeshima is comprised of two islands, Higashijima (Mejima) Island and Nishijima (Ojima) Island and numerous small Islands. It is part of Okinoshima Town of Shimane Prefecture.
2. Location Takeshima is located in the Sea of Japan approximately 158 km northwest of the Oki Islands at 37°14’ north latitude and 131°52’ east longitude.
3. Size The total land area of Takeshima is approximately 0.21 square kilometers.
4. Nature The two are precipitous volcanic islands, and cliffs abut the coastline on all sides. They have scarce vegetation and drinking water resources.
5. Fishing ground for Japanese In the early 17th century the Japanese people used the islands as a fishing ground for sea lions and abalone. Sea lion hunting business started on a full scale in the early1900s.
Takeshima Issue Japan’s Territorial Sovereignty over Takeshima
Numerous maps and documents clearly demonstrate that Japan has recognized the existence of Takeshima for centuries. In the early 17th century, Japanese merchants were given permission for passage to Utsuryo Island by the Japanese government, and they used Takeshima as a navigational port for ships on their way to Utsuryo Island as well as a ground to catch sea lions and other marine resources. Japan established sovereignty over Takeshima by the mid 17th century.
In the early 1900s, residents of the islands of Shimane Prefecture called for a stable situation to conduct their sea lion hunting business. The Japanese government incorporated Takeshima into Shimane Prefecture in January 1905, following by a Cabinet decision. By doing so, the Japanese government reaffirmed its sovereignty over Takeshima.
Recognition of Japan’s Territorial Sovereignty by the San Francisco Peace Treaty and the International Community
Signed in September 1951, the San Francisco Peace Treaty states that Japan recognizes the independence of Korea and renounces “Korea, including the islands of Quelpart, Port Hamilton and Dagelet.” A request made by the Republic of Korea to include Takeshima was explicitly rejected by the United States on the grounds t hat Takeshima had never been treated as Korean territory and that Korea had at no point claimed sovereignty over Takeshima.
In January 1952, the then President of the Republic of Korea, Syngman Rhee, unilaterally drew the so-called “Syngman Rhee Line,” incorporating Takeshima into the ROK side of the line. This act was clearly against international law. As a result of this decision, numerous Japanese fishing boats crossing the line were captured by the ROK authorities, resulting in several Japanese casualties. In July 1953, the ROK authorities fired at a patrol vessel of the Japan Coast Guard that was sailing near Takeshima. Since that time, the ROK has continued its illegal occupation of Takeshima, stationing security personnel and taking further unilateral actions, such as constructing lodgings, a monitoring facility, a lighthouse, a port and docking facilities on the islands.
Japan’s Response to Takeshima
Japan has repeatedly lodged protests in the strongest terms against the Republic of Korea’s illegal occupation of Takeshima. In order to resolve this dispute in a peaceful manner, Japan has proposed to refer this case to the International Court of Justice on three occasions since 1954. However, the Republic of Korea has rejected all of these proposals.
Japan and the Republic of Korea have built a relationship of trust through activities such as the joint hosting of the 2002 FIFA World Cup. In order to establish genuine and friendly relations between the two nations, Japan will continue to seek the settlement of the dispute in a calm and peaceful manner on the basis of international law.
Japan’s Consistent Position on the Territorial Sovereignty over Takeshima
Takeshima is indisputably an inherent part of the territory of Japan, in light of historical facts and based on international law. The Republic of Korea has been occupying Takeshima with no basis in international law. Any measures the Republic of Korea takes regarding Takeshima based on such an illegal occupation have no legal justification. Japan will continue to seek the settlement of the dispute of the territorial sovereignty over Takeshima on the basis of international law in a calm and peaceful manner.
Note: The Republic of Korea has never demonstrated any clear basis for its claims that it had effective control over Takeshima prior to Japan’s effective control over Takeshima and reaffirmation of its territorial sovereignty in 1905.
Information about Takeshima 1. Overview Takeshima is comprised of two islands, Higashijima (Mejima) Island and Nishijima (Ojima) Island and numerous small Islands. It is part of Okinoshima Town of Shimane Prefecture.
2. Location Takeshima is located in the Sea of Japan approximately 158 km northwest of the Oki Islands at 37°14’ north latitude and 131°52’ east longitude.
3. Size The total land area of Takeshima is approximately 0.21 square kilometers.
4. Nature The two are precipitous volcanic islands, and cliffs abut the coastline on all sides. They have scarce vegetation and drinking water resources.
5. Fishing ground for Japanese In the early 17th century the Japanese people used the islands as a fishing ground for sea lions and abalone. Sea lion hunting business started on a full scale in the early1900s.
Takeshima Issue Japan’s Territorial Sovereignty over Takeshima
Numerous maps and documents clearly demonstrate that Japan has recognized the existence of Takeshima for centuries. In the early 17th century, Japanese merchants were given permission for passage to Utsuryo Island by the Japanese government, and they used Takeshima as a navigational port for ships on their way to Utsuryo Island as well as a ground to catch sea lions and other marine resources. Japan established sovereignty over Takeshima by the mid 17th century.
In the early 1900s, residents of the islands of Shimane Prefecture called for a stable situation to conduct their sea lion hunting business. The Japanese government incorporated Takeshima into Shimane Prefecture in January 1905, following by a Cabinet decision. By doing so, the Japanese government reaffirmed its sovereignty over Takeshima.
Recognition of Japan’s Territorial Sovereignty by the San Francisco Peace Treaty and the International Community.
Signed in September 1951, the SF Peace Treaty states that Japan recognizes the independence of Korea and renounces “Korea, including the islands of Quelpart, Port Hamilton and Dagelet.” A request made by the Republic of Korea to include Takeshima was explicitly rejected by the United States on the grounds t hat Takeshima had never been treated as Korean territory and that Korea had at no point claimed sovereignty over Takeshima.
In January 1952, the then President of the Republic of Korea, Syngman Rhee, unilaterally drew the so-called “Syngman Rhee Line,” incorporating Takeshima into the ROK side of the line. This act was clearly against international law. As a result of this decision, numerous Japanese fishing boats crossing the line were captured by the ROK authorities, resulting in several Japanese casualties. In July 1953, the ROK authorities fired at a patrol vessel of the Japan Coast Guard that was sailing near Takeshima. Since that time, the ROK has continued its illegal occupation of Takeshima, stationing security personnel and taking further unilateral actions, such as constructing lodgings, a monitoring facility, a lighthouse, a port and docking facilities on the islands.
Japan’s Response to Takeshima
Japan has repeatedly lodged protests in the strongest terms against the Republic of Korea’s illegal occupation of Takeshima. In order to resolve this dispute in a peaceful manner, Japan has proposed to refer this case to the International Court of Justice on three occasions since 1954. However, the Republic of Korea has rejected all of these proposals.
Japan and the Republic of Korea have built a relationship of trust through activities such as the joint hosting of the 2002 FIFA World Cup. In order to establish genuine and friendly relations between the two nations, Japan will continue to seek the settlement of the dispute in a calm and peaceful manner on the basis of international law.
Japan’s Consistent Position on the Territorial Sovereignty over Takeshima
Takeshima is indisputably an inherent part of the territory of Japan, in light of historical facts and based on international law. The Republic of Korea has been occupying Takeshima with no basis in international law. Any measures the Republic of Korea takes regarding Takeshima based on such an illegal occupation have no legal justification. Japan will continue to seek the settlement of the dispute of the territorial sovereignty over Takeshima on the basis of international law in a calm and peaceful manner.
Note: The Republic of Korea has never demonstrated any clear basis for its claims that it had effective control over Takeshima prior to Japan’s effective control over Takeshima and reaffirmation of its territorial sovereignty in 1905.
Information about Takeshima 1. Overview Takeshima is comprised of two islands, Higashijima (Mejima) Island and Nishijima (Ojima) Island and numerous small Islands. It is part of Okinoshima Town of Shimane Prefecture.
2. Location Takeshima is located in the Sea of Japan approximately 158 km northwest of the Oki Islands at 37°14’ north latitude and 131°52’ east longitude.
3. Size The total land area of Takeshima is approximately 0.21 square kilometers.
4. Nature The two are precipitous volcanic islands, and cliffs abut the coastline on all sides. They have scarce vegetation and drinking water resources.
5. Fishing ground for Japanese In the early 17th century the Japanese people used the islands as a fishing ground for sea lions and abalone. Sea lion hunting business started on a full scale in the early1900s.
Takeshima Issue Japan’s Territorial Sovereignty over Takeshima
Numerous maps and documents clearly demonstrate that Japan has recognized the existence of Takeshima for centuries. In the early 17th century, Japanese merchants were given permission for passage to Utsuryo Island by the Japanese government, and they used Takeshima as a navigational port for ships on their way to Utsuryo Island as well as a ground to catch sea lions and other marine resources. Japan established sovereignty over Takeshima by the mid 17th century.
In the early 1900s, residents of the islands of Shimane Prefecture called for a stable situation to conduct their sea lion hunting business. The Japanese government incorporated Takeshima into Shimane Prefecture in January 1905, following by a Cabinet decision. By doing so, the Japanese government reaffirmed its sovereignty over Takeshima.
Recognition of Japan’s Territorial Sovereignty by the San Francisco Peace Treaty and the International Community.
Signed in September 1951, the SF Peace Treaty states that Japan recognizes the independence of Korea and renounces “Korea, including the islands of Quelpart, Port Hamilton and Dagelet.” A request made by the Republic of Korea to include Takeshima was explicitly rejected by the United States on the grounds t hat Takeshima had never been treated as Korean territory and that Korea had at no point claimed sovereignty over Takeshima.
In January 1952, the then President of the Republic of Korea, Syngman Rhee, unilaterally drew the so-called “Syngman Rhee Line,” incorporating Takeshima into the ROK side of the line. This act was clearly against international law. As a result of this decision, numerous Japanese fishing boats crossing the line were captured by the ROK authorities, resulting in several Japanese casualties. In July 1953, the ROK authorities fired at a patrol vessel of the Japan Coast Guard that was sailing near Takeshima. Since that time, the ROK has continued its illegal occupation of Takeshima, stationing security personnel and taking further unilateral actions, such as constructing lodgings, a monitoring facility, a lighthouse, a port and docking facilities on the islands.
Japan’s Response to Takeshima
Japan has repeatedly lodged protests in the strongest terms against the Republic of Korea’s illegal occupation of Takeshima. In order to resolve this dispute in a peaceful manner, Japan has proposed to refer this case to the International Court of Justice on three occasions since 1954. However, the Republic of Korea has rejected all of these proposals.
Japan and the Republic of Korea have built a relationship of trust through activities such as the joint hosting of the 2002 FIFA World Cup. In order to establish genuine and friendly relations between the two nations, Japan will continue to seek the settlement of the dispute in a calm and peaceful manner on the basis of international law.
It is a sheer lie that “East Sea” predates the birth of Christ
Korean government has been conducting an international campaign to introduce the appellation“East Sea” as an alternative to the “Sea of Japan” even claiming that “East Sea” predates the birth of Christ. However, this is a sheer lie. It is true that 東海 or “Donhae” or “East Sea” appears as a description in the “History Book of Three Kingdoms” in 37 B.C. But you can easily understand that“East Sea” in this context refers to “Bohai” or the sea on the west side of the Korea Peninsula -“East Sea” means the sea to the “east side of China”.
Prof. Shimojo introduces abundant historical records in his paper, which cpmletely refutes the Korean government’s assertion of legitimacy of the naming of “East Sea” over the current “Sea of Japan”.
He also reveals that the Korean government’s assertion of the “East Sea” appellation closely relates to its territorial claim over “Takeshima” or “Dokdo”. On the “Takeshima” issue, we have preveously presented overwhelming evidence that current Korean occupation of the island is a complete violation of international law.
Please have a look at Prof. Shimoyo’s paper “Why not silence the Republic of Korea in dealing with the naming issue of the Sea of Japan?” linked below.
Japan’s Consistent Position on the Territorial Sovereignty over Takeshima
Takeshima is indisputably an inherent part of the territory of Japan, in light of historical facts and based on international law. The Republic of Korea has been occupying Takeshima with no basis in international law. Any measures the Republic of Korea takes regarding Takeshima based on such an illegal occupation have no legal justification. Japan will continue to seek the settlement of the dispute of the territorial sovereignty over Takeshima on the basis of international law in a calm and peaceful manner.
Note: The Republic of Korea has never demonstrated any clear basis for its claims that it had effective control over Takeshima prior to Japan’s effective control over Takeshima and reaffirmation of its territorial sovereignty in 1905.
Information about Takeshima 1. Overview Takeshima is comprised of two islands, Higashijima (Mejima) Island and Nishijima (Ojima) Island and numerous small Islands. It is part of Okinoshima Town of Shimane Prefecture.
2. Location Takeshima is located in the Sea of Japan approximately 158 km northwest of the Oki Islands at 37°14’ north latitude and 131°52’ east longitude.
3. Size The total land area of Takeshima is approximately 0.21 square kilometers.
4. Nature The two are precipitous volcanic islands, and cliffs abut the coastline on all sides. They have scarce vegetation and drinking water resources.
5. Fishing ground for Japanese In the early 17th century the Japanese people used the islands as a fishing ground for sea lions and abalone. Sea lion hunting business started on a full scale in the early1900s.
Takeshima Issue Japan’s Territorial Sovereignty over Takeshima
Numerous maps and documents clearly demonstrate that Japan has recognized the existence of Takeshima for centuries. In the early 17th century, Japanese merchants were given permission for passage to Utsuryo Island by the Japanese government, and they used Takeshima as a navigational port for ships on their way to Utsuryo Island as well as a ground to catch sea lions and other marine resources. Japan established sovereignty over Takeshima by the mid 17th century.
In the early 1900s, residents of the islands of Shimane Prefecture called for a stable situation to conduct their sea lion hunting business. The Japanese government incorporated Takeshima into Shimane Prefecture in January 1905, following by a Cabinet decision. By doing so, the Japanese government reaffirmed its sovereignty over Takeshima.
Recognition of Japan’s Territorial Sovereignty by the San Francisco Peace Treaty and the International Community
Signed in September 1951, the San Francisco Peace Treaty states that Japan recognizes the independence of Korea and renounces “Korea, including the islands of Quelpart, Port Hamilton and Dagelet.” A request made by the Republic of Korea to include Takeshima was explicitly rejected by the United States on the grounds t hat Takeshima had never been treated as Korean territory and that Korea had at no point claimed sovereignty over Takeshima.
In January 1952, the then President of the Republic of Korea, Syngman Rhee, unilaterally drew the so-called “Syngman Rhee Line,” incorporating Takeshima into the ROK side of the line. This act was clearly against international law. As a result of this decision, numerous Japanese fishing boats crossing the line were captured by the ROK authorities, resulting in several Japanese casualties. In July 1953, the ROK authorities fired at a patrol vessel of the Japan Coast Guard that was sailing near Takeshima. Since that time, the ROK has continued its illegal occupation of Takeshima, stationing security personnel and taking further unilateral actions, such as constructing lodgings, a monitoring facility, a lighthouse, a port and docking facilities on the islands.
Japan’s Response to Takeshima
Japan has repeatedly lodged protests in the strongest terms against the Republic of Korea’s illegal occupation of Takeshima. In order to resolve this dispute in a peaceful manner, Japan has proposed to refer this case to the International Court of Justice on three occasions since 1954. However, the Republic of Korea has rejected all of these proposals.
Japan and the Republic of Korea have built a relationship of trust through activities such as the joint hosting of the 2002 FIFA World Cup. In order to establish genuine and friendly relations between the two nations, Japan will continue to seek the settlement of the dispute in a calm and peaceful manner on the basis of international law.
Japan’s Consistent Position on the Territorial Sovereignty over Takeshima
Takeshima is indisputably an inherent part of the territory of Japan, in light of historical facts and based on international law. The Republic of Korea has been occupying Takeshima with no basis in international law. Any measures the Republic of Korea takes regarding Takeshima based on such an illegal occupation have no legal justification. Japan will continue to seek the settlement of the dispute of the territorial sovereignty over Takeshima on the basis of international law in a calm and peaceful manner.
Note: The Republic of Korea has never demonstrated any clear basis for its claims that it had effective control over Takeshima prior to Japan’s effective control over Takeshima and reaffirmation of its territorial sovereignty in 1905.
Information about Takeshima 1. Overview Takeshima is comprised of two islands, Higashijima (Mejima) Island and Nishijima (Ojima) Island and numerous small Islands. It is part of Okinoshima Town of Shimane Prefecture.
2. Location Takeshima is located in the Sea of Japan approximately 158 km northwest of the Oki Islands at 37°14’ north latitude and 131°52’ east longitude.
3. Size The total land area of Takeshima is approximately 0.21 square kilometers.
4. Nature The two are precipitous volcanic islands, and cliffs abut the coastline on all sides. They have scarce vegetation and drinking water resources.
5. Fishing ground for Japanese In the early 17th century the Japanese people used the islands as a fishing ground for sea lions and abalone. Sea lion hunting business started on a full scale in the early1900s.
Takeshima Issue Japan’s Territorial Sovereignty over Takeshima
Numerous maps and documents clearly demonstrate that Japan has recognized the existence of Takeshima for centuries. In the early 17th century, Japanese merchants were given permission for passage to Utsuryo Island by the Japanese government, and they used Takeshima as a navigational port for ships on their way to Utsuryo Island as well as a ground to catch sea lions and other marine resources. Japan established sovereignty over Takeshima by the mid 17th century.
In the early 1900s, residents of the islands of Shimane Prefecture called for a stable situation to conduct their sea lion hunting business. The Japanese government incorporated Takeshima into Shimane Prefecture in January 1905, following by a Cabinet decision. By doing so, the Japanese government reaffirmed its sovereignty over Takeshima.
Recognition of Japan’s Territorial Sovereignty by the San Francisco Peace Treaty and the International Community.
Signed in September 1951, the SF Peace Treaty states that Japan recognizes the independence of Korea and renounces “Korea, including the islands of Quelpart, Port Hamilton and Dagelet.” A request made by the Republic of Korea to include Takeshima was explicitly rejected by the United States on the grounds t hat Takeshima had never been treated as Korean territory and that Korea had at no point claimed sovereignty over Takeshima.
In January 1952, the then President of the Republic of Korea, Syngman Rhee, unilaterally drew the so-called “Syngman Rhee Line,” incorporating Takeshima into the ROK side of the line. This act was clearly against international law. As a result of this decision, numerous Japanese fishing boats crossing the line were captured by the ROK authorities, resulting in several Japanese casualties. In July 1953, the ROK authorities fired at a patrol vessel of the Japan Coast Guard that was sailing near Takeshima. Since that time, the ROK has continued its illegal occupation of Takeshima, stationing security personnel and taking further unilateral actions, such as constructing lodgings, a monitoring facility, a lighthouse, a port and docking facilities on the islands.
Japan’s Response to Takeshima
Japan has repeatedly lodged protests in the strongest terms against the Republic of Korea’s illegal occupation of Takeshima. In order to resolve this dispute in a peaceful manner, Japan has proposed to refer this case to the International Court of Justice on three occasions since 1954. However, the Republic of Korea has rejected all of these proposals.
Japan and the Republic of Korea have built a relationship of trust through activities such as the joint hosting of the 2002 FIFA World Cup. In order to establish genuine and friendly relations between the two nations, Japan will continue to seek the settlement of the dispute in a calm and peaceful manner on the basis of international law.
Japan’s Consistent Position on the Territorial Sovereignty over Takeshima
Takeshima is indisputably an inherent part of the territory of Japan, in light of historical facts and based on international law. The Republic of Korea has been occupying Takeshima with no basis in international law. Any measures the Republic of Korea takes regarding Takeshima based on such an illegal occupation have no legal justification. Japan will continue to seek the settlement of the dispute of the territorial sovereignty over Takeshima on the basis of international law in a calm and peaceful manner.
Note: The Republic of Korea has never demonstrated any clear basis for its claims that it had effective control over Takeshima prior to Japan’s effective control over Takeshima and reaffirmation of its territorial sovereignty in 1905.
Information about Takeshima 1. Overview Takeshima is comprised of two islands, Higashijima (Mejima) Island and Nishijima (Ojima) Island and numerous small Islands. It is part of Okinoshima Town of Shimane Prefecture.
2. Location Takeshima is located in the Sea of Japan approximately 158 km northwest of the Oki Islands at 37°14’ north latitude and 131°52’ east longitude.
3. Size The total land area of Takeshima is approximately 0.21 square kilometers.
4. Nature The two are precipitous volcanic islands, and cliffs abut the coastline on all sides. They have scarce vegetation and drinking water resources.
5. Fishing ground for Japanese In the early 17th century the Japanese people used the islands as a fishing ground for sea lions and abalone. Sea lion hunting business started on a full scale in the early1900s.
Takeshima Issue Japan’s Territorial Sovereignty over Takeshima
Numerous maps and documents clearly demonstrate that Japan has recognized the existence of Takeshima for centuries. In the early 17th century, Japanese merchants were given permission for passage to Utsuryo Island by the Japanese government, and they used Takeshima as a navigational port for ships on their way to Utsuryo Island as well as a ground to catch sea lions and other marine resources. Japan established sovereignty over Takeshima by the mid 17th century.
In the early 1900s, residents of the islands of Shimane Prefecture called for a stable situation to conduct their sea lion hunting business. The Japanese government incorporated Takeshima into Shimane Prefecture in January 1905, following by a Cabinet decision. By doing so, the Japanese government reaffirmed its sovereignty over Takeshima.
Recognition of Japan’s Territorial Sovereignty by the San Francisco Peace Treaty and the International Community.
Signed in September 1951, the SF Peace Treaty states that Japan recognizes the independence of Korea and renounces “Korea, including the islands of Quelpart, Port Hamilton and Dagelet.” A request made by the Republic of Korea to include Takeshima was explicitly rejected by the United States on the grounds t hat Takeshima had never been treated as Korean territory and that Korea had at no point claimed sovereignty over Takeshima.
In January 1952, the then President of the Republic of Korea, Syngman Rhee, unilaterally drew the so-called “Syngman Rhee Line,” incorporating Takeshima into the ROK side of the line. This act was clearly against international law. As a result of this decision, numerous Japanese fishing boats crossing the line were captured by the ROK authorities, resulting in several Japanese casualties. In July 1953, the ROK authorities fired at a patrol vessel of the Japan Coast Guard that was sailing near Takeshima. Since that time, the ROK has continued its illegal occupation of Takeshima, stationing security personnel and taking further unilateral actions, such as constructing lodgings, a monitoring facility, a lighthouse, a port and docking facilities on the islands.
Japan’s Response to Takeshima
Japan has repeatedly lodged protests in the strongest terms against the Republic of Korea’s illegal occupation of Takeshima. In order to resolve this dispute in a peaceful manner, Japan has proposed to refer this case to the International Court of Justice on three occasions since 1954. However, the Republic of Korea has rejected all of these proposals.
Japan and the Republic of Korea have built a relationship of trust through activities such as the joint hosting of the 2002 FIFA World Cup. In order to establish genuine and friendly relations between the two nations, Japan will continue to seek the settlement of the dispute in a calm and peaceful manner on the basis of international law.
It is a sheer lie that “East Sea” predates the birth of Christ
Korean government has been conducting an international campaign to introduce the appellation“East Sea” as an alternative to the “Sea of Japan” even claiming that “East Sea” predates the birth of Christ. However, this is a sheer lie. It is true that 東海 or “Donhae” or “East Sea” appears as a description in the “History Book of Three Kingdoms” in 37 B.C. But you can easily understand that“East Sea” in this context refers to “Bohai” or the sea on the west side of the Korea Peninsula -“East Sea” means the sea to the “east side of China”.
Prof. Shimojo introduces abundant historical records in his paper, which cpmletely refutes the Korean government’s assertion of legitimacy of the naming of “East Sea” over the current “Sea of Japan”.
He also reveals that the Korean government’s assertion of the “East Sea” appellation closely relates to its territorial claim over “Takeshima” or “Dokdo”. On the “Takeshima” issue, we have preveously presented overwhelming evidence that current Korean occupation of the island is a complete violation of international law.
Please have a look at Prof. Shimoyo’s paper “Why not silence the Republic of Korea in dealing with the naming issue of the Sea of Japan?” linked below.
Japan’s Consistent Position on the Territorial Sovereignty over Takeshima
Takeshima is indisputably an inherent part of the territory of Japan, in light of historical facts and based on international law. The Republic of Korea has been occupying Takeshima with no basis in international law. Any measures the Republic of Korea takes regarding Takeshima based on such an illegal occupation have no legal justification. Japan will continue to seek the settlement of the dispute of the territorial sovereignty over Takeshima on the basis of international law in a calm and peaceful manner.
Note: The Republic of Korea has never demonstrated any clear basis for its claims that it had effective control over Takeshima prior to Japan’s effective control over Takeshima and reaffirmation of its territorial sovereignty in 1905.
Information about Takeshima 1. Overview Takeshima is comprised of two islands, Higashijima (Mejima) Island and Nishijima (Ojima) Island and numerous small Islands. It is part of Okinoshima Town of Shimane Prefecture.
2. Location Takeshima is located in the Sea of Japan approximately 158 km northwest of the Oki Islands at 37°14’ north latitude and 131°52’ east longitude.
3. Size The total land area of Takeshima is approximately 0.21 square kilometers.
4. Nature The two are precipitous volcanic islands, and cliffs abut the coastline on all sides. They have scarce vegetation and drinking water resources.
5. Fishing ground for Japanese In the early 17th century the Japanese people used the islands as a fishing ground for sea lions and abalone. Sea lion hunting business started on a full scale in the early1900s.
Takeshima Issue Japan’s Territorial Sovereignty over Takeshima
Numerous maps and documents clearly demonstrate that Japan has recognized the existence of Takeshima for centuries. In the early 17th century, Japanese merchants were given permission for passage to Utsuryo Island by the Japanese government, and they used Takeshima as a navigational port for ships on their way to Utsuryo Island as well as a ground to catch sea lions and other marine resources. Japan established sovereignty over Takeshima by the mid 17th century.
In the early 1900s, residents of the islands of Shimane Prefecture called for a stable situation to conduct their sea lion hunting business. The Japanese government incorporated Takeshima into Shimane Prefecture in January 1905, following by a Cabinet decision. By doing so, the Japanese government reaffirmed its sovereignty over Takeshima.
Recognition of Japan’s Territorial Sovereignty by the San Francisco Peace Treaty and the International Community
Signed in September 1951, the San Francisco Peace Treaty states that Japan recognizes the independence of Korea and renounces “Korea, including the islands of Quelpart, Port Hamilton and Dagelet.” A request made by the Republic of Korea to include Takeshima was explicitly rejected by the United States on the grounds t hat Takeshima had never been treated as Korean territory and that Korea had at no point claimed sovereignty over Takeshima.
In January 1952, the then President of the Republic of Korea, Syngman Rhee, unilaterally drew the so-called “Syngman Rhee Line,” incorporating Takeshima into the ROK side of the line. This act was clearly against international law. As a result of this decision, numerous Japanese fishing boats crossing the line were captured by the ROK authorities, resulting in several Japanese casualties. In July 1953, the ROK authorities fired at a patrol vessel of the Japan Coast Guard that was sailing near Takeshima. Since that time, the ROK has continued its illegal occupation of Takeshima, stationing security personnel and taking further unilateral actions, such as constructing lodgings, a monitoring facility, a lighthouse, a port and docking facilities on the islands.
Japan’s Response to Takeshima
Japan has repeatedly lodged protests in the strongest terms against the Republic of Korea’s illegal occupation of Takeshima. In order to resolve this dispute in a peaceful manner, Japan has proposed to refer this case to the International Court of Justice on three occasions since 1954. However, the Republic of Korea has rejected all of these proposals.
Japan and the Republic of Korea have built a relationship of trust through activities such as the joint hosting of the 2002 FIFA World Cup. In order to establish genuine and friendly relations between the two nations, Japan will continue to seek the settlement of the dispute in a calm and peaceful manner on the basis of international law.
It is a sheer lie that “East Sea” predates the birth of Christ
Korean government has been conducting an international campaign to introduce the appellation“East Sea” as an alternative to the “Sea of Japan” even claiming that “East Sea” predates the birth of Christ. However, this is a sheer lie. It is true that 東海 or “Donhae” or “East Sea” appears as a description in the “History Book of Three Kingdoms” in 37 B.C. But you can easily understand that“East Sea” in this context refers to “Bohai” or the sea on the west side of the Korea Peninsula -“East Sea” means the sea to the “east side of China”.
Prof. Shimojo introduces abundant historical records in his paper, which cpmletely refutes the Korean government’s assertion of legitimacy of the naming of “East Sea” over the current “Sea of Japan”.
He also reveals that the Korean government’s assertion of the “East Sea” appellation closely relates to its territorial claim over “Takeshima” or “Dokdo”. On the “Takeshima” issue, we have preveously presented overwhelming evidence that current Korean occupation of the island is a complete violation of international law.
Please have a look at Prof. Shimoyo’s paper “Why not silence the Republic of Korea in dealing with the naming issue of the Sea of Japan?” linked below.
Japan’s Consistent Position on the Territorial Sovereignty over Takeshima
Takeshima is indisputably an inherent part of the territory of Japan, in light of historical facts and based on international law. The Republic of Korea has been occupying Takeshima with no basis in international law. Any measures the Republic of Korea takes regarding Takeshima based on such an illegal occupation have no legal justification. Japan will continue to seek the settlement of the dispute of the territorial sovereignty over Takeshima on the basis of international law in a calm and peaceful manner.
Note: The Republic of Korea has never demonstrated any clear basis for its claims that it had effective control over Takeshima prior to Japan’s effective control over Takeshima and reaffirmation of its territorial sovereignty in 1905.
Information about Takeshima 1. Overview Takeshima is comprised of two islands, Higashijima (Mejima) Island and Nishijima (Ojima) Island and numerous small Islands. It is part of Okinoshima Town of Shimane Prefecture.
2. Location Takeshima is located in the Sea of Japan approximately 158 km northwest of the Oki Islands at 37°14’ north latitude and 131°52’ east longitude.
3. Size The total land area of Takeshima is approximately 0.21 square kilometers.
4. Nature The two are precipitous volcanic islands, and cliffs abut the coastline on all sides. They have scarce vegetation and drinking water resources.
5. Fishing ground for Japanese In the early 17th century the Japanese people used the islands as a fishing ground for sea lions and abalone. Sea lion hunting business started on a full scale in the early1900s.
Takeshima Issue Japan’s Territorial Sovereignty over Takeshima
Numerous maps and documents clearly demonstrate that Japan has recognized the existence of Takeshima for centuries. In the early 17th century, Japanese merchants were given permission for passage to Utsuryo Island by the Japanese government, and they used Takeshima as a navigational port for ships on their way to Utsuryo Island as well as a ground to catch sea lions and other marine resources. Japan established sovereignty over Takeshima by the mid 17th century.
In the early 1900s, residents of the islands of Shimane Prefecture called for a stable situation to conduct their sea lion hunting business. The Japanese government incorporated Takeshima into Shimane Prefecture in January 1905, following by a Cabinet decision. By doing so, the Japanese government reaffirmed its sovereignty over Takeshima.
Recognition of Japan’s Territorial Sovereignty by the San Francisco Peace Treaty and the International Community
Signed in September 1951, the San Francisco Peace Treaty states that Japan recognizes the independence of Korea and renounces “Korea, including the islands of Quelpart, Port Hamilton and Dagelet.” A request made by the Republic of Korea to include Takeshima was explicitly rejected by the United States on the grounds t hat Takeshima had never been treated as Korean territory and that Korea had at no point claimed sovereignty over Takeshima.
In January 1952, the then President of the Republic of Korea, Syngman Rhee, unilaterally drew the so-called “Syngman Rhee Line,” incorporating Takeshima into the ROK side of the line. This act was clearly against international law. As a result of this decision, numerous Japanese fishing boats crossing the line were captured by the ROK authorities, resulting in several Japanese casualties. In July 1953, the ROK authorities fired at a patrol vessel of the Japan Coast Guard that was sailing near Takeshima. Since that time, the ROK has continued its illegal occupation of Takeshima, stationing security personnel and taking further unilateral actions, such as constructing lodgings, a monitoring facility, a lighthouse, a port and docking facilities on the islands.
Japan’s Response to Takeshima
Japan has repeatedly lodged protests in the strongest terms against the Republic of Korea’s illegal occupation of Takeshima. In order to resolve this dispute in a peaceful manner, Japan has proposed to refer this case to the International Court of Justice on three occasions since 1954. However, the Republic of Korea has rejected all of these proposals.
Japan and the Republic of Korea have built a relationship of trust through activities such as the joint hosting of the 2002 FIFA World Cup. In order to establish genuine and friendly relations between the two nations, Japan will continue to seek the settlement of the dispute in a calm and peaceful manner on the basis of international law.