Japan's post-war constitution

Japan's post-war constitution, enacted in 1947, established a framework for peaceful governance and individual rights. Its most notable feature is Article 9, which renounces war and prohibits Japan from maintaining military forces for aggression. The constitution emphasizes democracy, human rights, and the rule of law, replacing the militaristic government of the past. It also grants freedoms such as speech, assembly, and equality, shaping Japan's modern identity as a peaceful nation committed to international cooperation.