Japanese invasion

The Japanese invasion refers to Japan's military expansion in Asia, particularly during the 1930s and World War II. Seeking to become a dominant power, Japan invaded territories such as Manchuria (1931) and China (1937), driven by resource needs and nationalism. The invasion led to widespread conflict and atrocities, including the Nanjing Massacre. Japan also attacked Pearl Harbor in 1941, bringing the United States into the war. Ultimately, Japan aimed to establish a Greater East Asia Co-Prosperity Sphere, promoting its imperial vision until its defeat in 1945, which ended its aggressive expansion and reshaped the region.