1960s 1970s 1980s 1990s 2000s 2010s 2020s Neoconservatism (新保守主義, Shinhoshushugi) in Japan, also known as the neo-defense school, is a term used by Asian media only recently[when?]
As members of the post-war generation, they view themselves as free of responsibility or guilt for Japan's conquests and wartime history and Japanese war crimes.
They view China as a country that harbors historical grievances for political gain, rather than accepting Japan's apologies.
They express strong patriotic pride and stress Japan's international role.
The neoconservatives generally eschew traditional party-line factionalism, form alliances with lawmakers connected to defense, and create their own study committees.