Japan–South Korea Relations

Japan–South Korea relations are complex, shaped by historical issues such as Japan’s colonial rule of Korea and disagreements over wartime actions, including apologies and compensation. These historical tensions impact diplomatic, economic, and security cooperation. Despite shared interests in regional stability and economic partnerships, unresolved disputes often cause mistrust and diplomatic friction. Both countries work toward improving relations through dialogue, but historical grievances remain a significant barrier to fully normalizing ties while maintaining mutual interests in regional security and economic collaboration.