Activities

June 2026

TERCOM, JGSDF hosted Mr. Takeru Suwa, a writer and educator, to deliver instruction on “manners and speech techniques” to the students of the 19th CSMC, Command Sergeant Major Course. Through understanding and practicing metacognition, the students objectively analyzed their own communication skills and learned the essence of effective communication, thereby refining the communication abilities befitting Command Sergeant Major.

June 2026

TERCOM, JGSDF conducted active learning training, delivered by external instructors in order to enhance the instructional capabilities of newly assigned instructors of Education Department of TERCOM. The participants learned the methods for encouraging active student engagement and effective instructional techniques in order to develop students with genuine critical-thinking abilities.

June 2026

TERCOM, JGSDF observed “Japan Drone / Expo for Commercial UAS Market 2026”, the largest scale international exhibition in Japan and also exchanged the views with representatives of the companies exhibiting UAS as well as JUIDA, Japan UAS Industrial Development Association, thereby strengthening collaboration among industry, academia, and government.

May 2026

TERCOM, JGSDF conducted a conference, the first Kyokunken-Kaido FY2026, and promoted Japan Ground Self Defense Force’s force development process through the sharing of study outcomes related to education, research and development, lessons learned, and training evaluation, as well as through exchanges of views.

May 2026

TERCOM, JGSDF visited the United States to participate in LANPAC2026 , the Land Forces Pacific 2026 attended by Army Chiefs of Staff in the Indo-Pacific region. During the visit, we enhanced cooperation with the ally and like-minded partners through participating in the panel discussion, attending keynote speech and conducting the bilateral discussion.

May 2026

TERCOM, JGSDF conducted U.S. Forces Japan orientation for the 19th CSMC, Command Sergeant Major Course. The students exchanged views regarding the role of senior noncommissioned officers with Carlos F. Damian, the Senior Master Sergeant of USFJ and also engaged in cross-generational dialogue with students currently attending the Noncommissioned Officer Academy, thereby deepening mutual understanding between Japanese and U.S. noncommissioned officers.

May 2026

TERCOM, JGSDF held an entrance ceremony for the 19th CMSC, Command Sergeant Major Course. The students are engaging in their studies by leveraging the experience they have cultivating thus far, while inspiring and challenging each other, in order to acquire the qualities and capabilities required of Command Sergeant Major at the Division and Brigade levels.

May 2026

TERCOM, JGSDF delivered a presentation on the future warfare of Ground Self Defense Force at a meeting of directors and senior representatives of the JADI , Japan Association of Defense Industry, which includes the majority of Japan’s defense-related companies, and also exchanged the views with participants, thereby strengthening collaboration among industry, academia, and government.

April 2026

TERCOM, JGSDF held the joint entrance ceremony for the Senior Officers Course of JSDF, attended by students from Ground, Maritime, and Air services, organized jointly by four institutions. The students renewed their awareness of the significant responsibility they will bear as future leaders of the Japan Self Defense Forces. The course also hosts international student, and letter of appointment was presented to the host family supporting him.

April 2026

TERCOM, JGSDF visited the United Kingdom to participate in LDC2026 , London Defense Conference 2026 covering experts from various countries. During the visit, we took part in the Japan’s session, contributing to discussions on “Innovation and Regeneration in Japan’s Security Sector,” and attended a range of lectures, thereby strengthening cooperation with allies and like-minded partners, as well as advancing collaboration among industry, academia, and government.

April 2026

TERCOM, JGSDF held the entrance ceremony for the 71st CGS, Command and General Staff Course. Over the next 16 months, the students will acquire the knowledge and skills required of senior commanders and staff officers through rigorous study and mutual professional development. The course also hosts international students from seven countries, and letters of appointment were presented to the host families supporting them.

April 2026

TERCOM, JGSDF held the entrance ceremony for the 54th TAC, Technical Administration Course. Over the coming year, the students will strive to acquire the knowledge and skills required of senior commanders and staff officers engaged in technical fields with a focus on the latest science and technology, as well as research and development, while cultivating scientific thinking through academic writing.

Mar 2026

TERCOM, JGSDF held the graduation ceremony for five international students of the 70th CGS, the Command and General Staff Course.
　The students expressed their appreciation for the opportunity to participate in the educational program and departed for their respective new assignments. Distinguished guests, including a representative of the Rikuenkai, host families, and defense attaches from the respective countries also attended this ceremony.

Mar 2026

The students of the 89th AGS, the Advanced Command and General Staff Course, assigned to TERCOM, JGSDF, participated in the Joint Graduation Ceremony of the Senior Service Command and Staff Course, completing all required educational programs to serve as senior commanders and staff officers.
　After receiving remarks from the State Minister of Defense and the Chief of Staff, Joint Staff Office, the students renewed their awareness of the significant responsibilities they will bear in shaping the future of the Japan Self Defense Forces and departed for their respective new assignments.

Mar 2026

TERCOM, JGSDF hosted the Technical Comprehensive Research External Presentation Conference of the 53rd TAC, Technical Administration Course.
　During the event, students presented the results of the research they had conducted over the course of a year to researchers from various institutions and engineers from industry partners. By sharing their research achievements both internally and externally, they gained the wide range of insights. In addition, through the active discussions and exchanges of views, the conference contributed to strengthening collaboration among industry, academia, and government.

Feb 2026

TERCOM, JGSDF held the graduation ceremony for the 18th CMSC, the Command Sergeant Major Course, completing all educational programs.
　Over the course of approximately three months, with forging strong bonds with their peers, they cultivated the qualities and competencies essential for CSMs serving as senior enlisted advisors to General officers. From Meguro, they now embark with confidence on their next assignments of each units.

Feb 2026

TERCOM, JGSDF conducted a educational program for the 18th CSMC, Command Sergeant Major Course at the USMC NCOA, the U.S. Marine Corps Noncommissioned Officer Academy, Camp Hansen.
　The participants received a briefing from Terrell A. Ford, director, the Command Sergeant Major of USMC NCOA, also engaged in active discussions on personnel development and NCO’s leadership, as well as deepened mutual understanding between Japan and U.S. NCOs.

Feb 2026

TERCOM , JGSDF conducted active learning training for newly assigned instructors of Education Department of TERCOM, various Branch Schools and each Army Combined Brigade. Through the program, participants acquired practical knowledge of teaching methods that encourage students to think proactively and learn independently, thereby laying the foundation for cultivating students with genuine critical thinking skills.

Jan 2026

TERCOM, JGSDF conducted a educational program for the 18th CSMC, Command Sergeant Major Course at USARJ , the U.S. Army Japan Headquarters.
Through their interaction with Paul D. Langley, the Command Sergeant Major of USARJ, the participants gained deeper insight into the realities of modern warfare and further strengthened mutual understanding through a bilateral exchange of views.

Jan 2026

TERCOM, JGSDF invited Mr. Takashi Motomatsu, former Commanding General of the Western Army, to deliver educational lecture on “Reference for managing unit operations” to the students of the 18th CSMC, Command Sergeant Major Course. The students listened attentively to his numerous insights and practical advice, drawn from his extensive experience as a commander, and once again recognized the importance of their own responsibilities of the CSM in providing direct guidance to Warrant Officers and NCOs.

Dec 2025

TERCOM, JGSDF conducted U.S. Forces Japan Headquarters orientation for the 18th CSMC, Command Sergeant Major Course. The participants received a briefing on USFJ from Carlos F. Damian, the Senior Master Sergeant of USFJ and exchanged views with students of the Noncommissioned Officer Academy on problem-solving initiatives and challenges faced in their roles as senior enlisted leaders, thereby deepening mutual understanding.

Dec 2025

TERCOM, JGSDF conducted a integrated industrial training program for the 90th AGS, Advanced Command and General Staff Course. Through studying advanced science and technologies in various defense industry, they gained an understanding the current state of the defense production and technology base, along with the challenges involved in sustaining and enhancing it. In addition, by visiting cutting–edge research and development sites in the field of information and communications, they further deepened their knowledge of the relevant scientific and technological domains.

Dec 2025

Major Lewis F. Finney of the U.S. Marine Corps has been assigned to JGSDF TERCOM as a liaison officer.
Through the liaison officer, TERCOM contributes to the deepening of the Japan-U.S. alliance by promoting interoperability with the U.S. counterpart across a wide range of field, including Education, Research & Development and Training & Evaluation.

Dec 2025

TERCOM, JGSDF invited Mr. Takeru Suwa, a writer and educator, to deliver instruction on “manners and speech techniques” to the students of the 18th CSMC, Command Sergeant Major Course. The students listened attentively to his lecture, which was based on his professional experience, and through the practical exercises, they gained an understanding of the importance of speech techniques and acquired valuable insights for their future development.

Nov 2025

In the middle of November, amid onset of early winter, with cold wind blowing through, Hokkaido Training Center, HTC exercised control and provided evaluation support for a live force-on-force exercise at the Yausubetsu Maneuver Area.
The exercise was conducted in a combat team configuration, with the core elements of both the 36th infantry Regiment, garrisoned in Hyogo and the 50th infantry Regiment, garrisoned in Kochi, reinforced by various supporting arms and services.

Nov 2025

The students of the 70th CGS Course and TERCOM staffs participated in an overseas training program in Indonesia. During the program, they visited the Headquarters of the National Armed Forces, the Army Headquarters, the Marine Corps Headquarters, the Army Command and Staff College and the Armed Forces Peacekeeping Center, fostered mutual understanding and broadened their international perspective through the discussions.

Nov 2025

The students of the 70th CGS Course and TERCOM staffs participated in an overseas training program in Philippine. During the program, they visited the General Headquarters of the Philippine, the Armed Forces Training and Doctrine Command, the Army Headquarters, the Marine Corps Headquarters, and the Army Training and Doctrine Command, fostered mutual understanding and broadened their international perspective through the discussions.

Nov 2025

The students of the 70th CGS Course and TERCOM staffs participated in an overseas training program in India. During the program, they visited the Headquarters of the Integrated Defense Staff, the National War Memorial, the Army Simulation Centre, the Centre for Land Warfare Studies, and the Army Airborne Training School, fostered mutual understanding and broadened their international perspective through the discussions.

Nov 2025

The students of the 70th CGS Course and the 53rd TAC Course, as well as TERCOM staffs participated in an overseas training program in Australia. During the program, they visited the Department of Defense, the National War College, the Army Forces Command, and the National War Memorial, fostered mutual understanding and broadened their international perspective through the discussions.

Nov 2025

TERCOM, JGSDF held an entrance ceremony for the 18th CSMC, Command Sergeant Major Course. The students renewed their determination to learn and grow together with drawing on their experience as non-commissioned officers, striving to acquire the qualities and capabilities required to serve as senior enlisted leaders who assist the Commanding Generals of Division and Brigade.

Nov 2025

TERCOM, JGSDF received a visit from BG James K. Dooghan, Commanding General, the U.S. Army Japan, and promoted mutual understanding and strengthened cooperation through discussions.
TERCOM will continue to promote closer cooperation with the U.S. Army, enhance Japan-U.S. interoperability, and also contribute to the deepening of the Japan-U.S. alliance.

Oct 2025

JGSDF TERCOM received a lecture from external speaker Mr. Rene KANAYAMA on “Emerging Frontier Technologies in Ukraine Conflict.”
TERCOM continues to collect latest lessons learned from recent wars and conflicts applies them to education, training, research and development, and industry-academia-government collaboration, thereby advancing the Innovation Process of JGSDF.

Oct 2025

TERCOM, JGSDF held a ceremony marking the 30th anniversary of the establishment of the Meguro Garrison and the 7th anniversary of the TERCOM founding.
Through the presentation of letters of appreciation to those who have continuously supported our activities, as well as by sharing information on the TERCOM initiatives, we sought to further promote understanding of our mission and efforts.
We appreciate your continued guidance and support for TERCOM.

Oct 2025

TERCOM, JGSDF conducted a change of responsibility ceremony for the CSM, Command Sergeant Major.
In the presence of numerous CSM from across the Ground, Maritime and Air Self Defense Forces, the baton of the CSM of TERECOM was handed over from Warrant Officer MASTUNAGA to Warrant Officer KIYAMA.
TERCOM will continue to advance JGSDF Innovation Process as a core engine for strengthening the JGSDF.

Sep 2025

In early September, as the extreme heat subsided and the refreshing breeze became more pleasant, Hokkaido Training Center, HTC exercised control and provided evaluation support for a live force-on-force exercise at the Hokkaido Large Maneuver Area.
The exercise was conducted in a combat team configuration, with the core elements of both the 27th infantry Regiment , garrisoned in Kushiro and the 10th Rapid Deployment Regiment , garrisoned in Takikawa, reinforced by various supporting arms and services.

Sep 2025

TERCOM , JGSDF conducted active learning training for newly assigned instructors of Education Department of TERCOM as well as those from various branch schools. Through the program, participants acquired practical knowledge of teaching methods that encourage students to think proactively and learn independently, thereby laying the foundation for cultivating students with genuine critical thinking skills.

Sep 2025

The 90th AGS , the Advanced Command and General Staff Course, students participated in the Joint Entrance Ceremony for JSDF Advanced Command and General Staff Course and commenced their education to become senior commanders and staff officers. They are currently attending joint education with their peers from the Ground, Maritime and Air Self Defense Forces’advanced courses, acquiring knowledge such as security strategy, and pursuing constant self-improvement to serve as future leaders of the JGSDF.

Sep 2025

The Commanding General and the Director of Research and Development Department of TERCOM, JGSDF received an office call from BGen Simon M. Doran, the Commanding General of the U.S. Marine Corps Warfighting Laboratory, and held a discussion.
TERCOM will continue to promote closer cooperation with the U.S. Army, enhance Japan-U.S. interoperability, particularly in the field of force design and force development, and also contribute to the deepening of the Japan-U.S. alliance.

Aug 2025

Colonel Cheney, the U.S. Army Attaché to Japan, attended the command ceremony for Lieutenant General KAIDA, the new Commanding General of TERCOM , JGSDF.
Following the ceremony, the Commanding General of TERCOM received a office call from him.
TERCOM will continue to promote closer cooperation with the U.S. Army, enhance Japan-U.S. interoperability, and also contribute to the deepening of the Japan-U.S. alliance.

Aug 2025

Lieutenant General KAIDA Shigeo, former Commanding General of the 4th Division, has assumed the position of the Commanding General of TERCOM, JGSDF.
Under the leadership of LG KAIDA, TERCOM will continue to play a principle role as the JGSDF’s Think Tank in advancing the innovation process of JGSDF while also strengthening collaboration with allied and like-minded nations, as well as partners in industry academia and government.

July 2025

Lieutenant General HIROE Jiro has concluded his tenure and retired as the Commanding General of TERCOM, JGSDF.
During his service in TERCOM, he played a principle role as JGSDF’s Think Tank in advancing the Force Development process of JGSDF across wide range of field, including Force-Design, Force-Development and Force-Employment while also strengthening collaboration with allied and like-minded nations, as well as partners in Industry Academia and Government.
TERCOM will continue to build upon these achievements moving forward.

July 2025

Major David Bracero of the_U.S.Army TRADOC, Training and Doctrine Command, has been assigned to #JGSDF TERCOM as a liaison officer.
Through the liaison officer, TERCOM, serving as the Think Tank of JGSDF, contributes to the deepening of the Japan-U.S. alliance by promoting interoperability across a wide range of field, including Design, Development and Employment.

July 2025

Amid harsher than usual summer heat, Hokkaido Training Center, HTC conducted and provided evaluation support for tactical field training exercise in a force on force at the Kamifurano Maneuver Area in Hokkaido.
The exercise involved a task force composed of the core elements of both the 5th_infantry_Regiment and the 32nd_infantry_Regiment , reinforced with various supporting units.

July 2025

LTG HIROE Jiro, CG, TERCOM, JGSDF met with GCA Bruno BARATZ, CDR, Future Combat Command (CCF), French Army. Two leaders exchanged views on R&D, lessons learned, and other related topics. They reaffirmed their commitment to further promote bilateral cooperation between the Japanese and French land forces, including through future high-level engagements and subject matter expert exchanges (SMEE).

July 2025

On Friday, July 11, TERCOM held the graduation ceremony for the 17th Command Sergeant Major (CSM) Course, making the completion of all educational programs by the participants.
Over the course of approximately three months, they forged strong bonds with their peers and cultivated the qualities and competencies essential for CSMs serving as senior enlisted advisors to General officers. From Meguro, they now embark with confidence on their next assignments of each units.

June 2025

On Tuesday, June 24, the delegation from the Ministry of Defense of Saudi Arabia visited TERCOM .
During their visit, they held a meeting with the Commanding General of TERCOM and received a briefing on the activities of organization.
This visiting provided an opportunity to deepen understanding of the roles and initiatives of JGSDF and TERCOM, while also promoting defense exchanges in the field of human resource development.

June 2025

The delegation from ASMC, Army Security Management Course, of the Royal Thai Army Command and General Staff College visited TERCOM on 10th JUNE.
During their visit, TERCOM conducted a discussion with the Director of Education Department, briefing and Q&A session.
This visiting provided an opportunity to deepen understanding of the roles and initiatives of JGSDF and TERCOM, while also promoting defense exchanges in the field of human resource development.

June 2025

Major Richard O. Naseer, the liaison officer from the_U.S.Army TRADOC, Training and Doctrine Command, has completed his mission and departed from JGSDF TERCOM.
TERCOM is deeply grateful for his exceptional contributions over the past two and a half years especially sharing understanding of doctrines and manuals of both JGSDF and the U.S. Army, and promoting interoperability in the realms of training and education.

June 2025

JGSDF TERCOM LTG HIROE Jiro, CG, TERCOM signed Terms of Reference, defining the framework for exchange with U.S. Marine Corps counterpart and agreed upon promoting collaboration on R&D, education and lessons at the first CDST.
There was another opinion exchange opportunity for military collaboration among JPN, US and AUS.

June 2025

International students currently enrolled at TERCOM and part-time staff newly appointed this fiscal year, observed the FY2025 Fuji_Firepower_Exercise held at the JGSDF East Fuji Maneuver Area on 8th JUN 2025.
Through this training, they deepened their understanding of the actual state of fire combat in modern_warfare .

May 2025

JGSDF TERCOM Major General MIYAZAKI Akira, Director of Training-Evaluation Department, TERCOM, delivered a lecture on “Lessons Learned from Russia’s aggression against Ukraine ”at DSEI_JAPAN .
TERCOM is strengthening alliance cooperation and collaboration with like-minded nations as well as promoting the JGSDF_Innovation_Process .

May 2025

The delegation from the CGSC, the Royal Thai Army Command and Staff college, visited JGSDF TERCOM ,and held a meeting with Commanding General of TERCOM to exchange opinions.
The delegation understood the roles and lines of effort of JGSDF and TERCOM, while also promoting defense exchanges in the field of human resource development.

May 2025

JGSDF TERCOM Lieutenant General HIROE Jiro, Commanding General of TERCOM, participated in a seminar hosted by Armatus inc., and discussed about “Allied collaboration in the space domain” at DSEI_JAPAN.
TERCOM is strengthening collaboration among Industry_academia_and_government as well as promoting the #JGSDF_Innovation_Process.

May 2025

JGSDF TERCOM staffs received a lecture on UAVs from Mr. HIDANI Naoaki of DENTSU_SOKEN_Center_for_Economic_Security_Research (DCER), Mr. HIRATA Tomoyoshi of Modern_Warfare_Research_Group and Dr. UCHIYAMA Shoichiro of National Research Institute for Earth Science and Disaster Resilience, NIED .
TERCOM continues to advance UAV operational research across various fields while strengthening collaboration among Industry_government_and_academia through diverse studies and initiatives.

April 2025

Field testing called Project Convergence Capstone 5 or PC_C5 held in the U.S. and Japan has now successfully completed. JGSDF Test & Evaluation Command participated in this verification gained fruitful achievements.
JGSDF TERCOM and Test & Evaluation Command will continuously enhance Japan-U.S. interoperability.

April 2025

On Tuesday, April 15th, TERCOM held the entrance ceremony for the 17th Command Sergeant Major ( CSM ) Course.
The students renewed their commitment to improving the skills and knowledge necessary to become CSMs at the division and brigade level, leveraging past experience to push each other to excel.

April 2025

JGSDF Test & Evaluation Command staffs participating in a field testing called Project Convergence Capstone 5 or PC_C5 held in the U.S. fostered cooperation with BG Mirror, Commanding General, and staffs, Joint Modernization Command, the U.S. Army.
JGSDF TERCOM and Test & Evaluation Command is verifying information sharing between Japan and the U.S., fostering mutual cooperation and also enhancing Japan-U.S. interoperability.

April 2025

TERCOM held for the Entrance ceremony for the 70th Command and General Staff Course (CGS).
Over the next year and four months, the students will dedicate themselves to acquiring the necessary knowledge and skills required of as senior commanders and staff officers, while continuously challenging and refining each other. On this occasion, the Commanding General handed appointment letters to host families who will support international students.

April 2025

TERCOM held the entrance ceremony for the 53rd Technical Administration Course (TAC).
Over the next year, they will dedicate themselves to acquiring the knowledge and skills necessary for senior-level commanders and staff officers primarily engaged in technical fields, through a diverse range of programs.
The incoming students took their first step with expressions of expectation and nervousness.

March 2025

JGSDF TERCOM and Test & Evaluation Command will participate in a field testing called Project Convergence Capstone 5 or PC_C5 held in the U.S. in order to verify information sharing between Japan and the U.S. again this year, as we did last year.
In addition to Japan and the U.S., Australia, Canada, France, New Zealand and UK also participate in this experiment.

2025/1/28

On Tuesday, November 19th, students of the 17th Command Sergeant Major ( CSM ) Course visited the Ground Component Command’s Japan-U.S. Bilateral Coordination Department and the U.S. Army Japan ( USARJ ) for a study program.
Through interactions with JGSDF personnel involved in coordination with the U.S. Army and the USARJ CSM, the students gained insights into the operations of the USARJ and acquired knowledge essential for their duties.

2024/12/18

On Wednesday, December 18, 95 students, including both MSDF and ASDF officers, completed the Command and General staff Course (CGS).
They have acquired the knowledge and skills necessary for senior level commanders and staff officers through a year and a half of education.
They departed to assigned units and headquarters all over Japan, being expected to serve important roles of national defense from now on.

2024/11/29

On November 29, students of The 16th Command Sergeant Major Course attended the lecture of the method of manners and speech by Mr. SUWA Takeru, a writer and educator. The students learned much as they enthusiastically listened to the lecture showing Mr. Suwa’s wide and various work experience and recognized the importance of presentation through practice.

2024/11/28

On November 28, TERCOM held the graduation ceremony for five foreign students of The 69th Command and General Staff Course each from Australia, Cambodia, Indonesia, Mongolia and Republic of Korea. Celebrated grandly by the Japanese students and staff, they left for their new posts being anticipated to become a bridge between their home country’s army and JGSDF .

2024/11/22

TERCOM is actively engaged in ongoing ForceExperiments to verify the suitability of new combat methods and equipment.
In this particular verification, we are collaborating with private companies to conduct technical tests and carrying out live evaluations to determine how these technologies can be utilized and integrated into the troop’s operational activities.

2024/11/19

On Tuesday, November 19th, students of the 17th Command Sergeant Major ( CSM ) Course visited the Ground Component Command’s Japan-U.S. Bilateral Coordination Department and the U.S. Army Japan ( USARJ ) for a study program.
Through interactions with JGSDF personnel involved in coordination with the U.S. Army and the USARJ CSM, the students gained insights into the operations of the USARJ and acquired knowledge essential for their duties.

2024/11/6

On Wednesday, November 6th, TERCOM held the entrance ceremony for the 16th Command Sergeant Major ( CSM ) Course.
The students renewed their commitment to improve their abilities and acquire the knowledge required to become CSM of a division, brigade, etc., through friendly competition among them during the three months of education, while making use of their past work experience.

2024/11/6

TECOM hosted a conference bringing experimental units from the Ground, Maritime, and Air Self-Defense Forces together.
Participants exchanged opinions on equipment research and development of equipment within each force, shared expertise and promoted mutual understanding in the field of equipment development.

2024/10/30

On Wednesday, October 30, TERCOM CG LTG HIROE Jiro had a meeting with Mr. Jay Dryer, Director of SCO. Two leaders exchanged their views on public-private-academic partnerships and emerging technologies, helping to establish a foundation for future cooperation.

2024/10/29

On Tuesday, October 29, TERCOM CG LTG HIROE Jiro had a meeting with retired Admiral Dennis Blair, former U.S. Director of National Intelligence. Two leaders exchanged their views on new domains such as cyber which deepen mutual understanding.

2024/10/28

On Monday, October 28, LTC Claude A. Lambert, G5/9 Director, from the U.S. Army Japan (USARJ) paid a courtesy visit to TERCOM , where Command Briefing was provided to promote understanding of its initiatives. This visit also served as an opportunity to strengthen future cooperation between USARJ and TERCOM, particularly in enhancing collaboration on field testing.

2024/10/24

On October 24th, TERCOM hosted a visit from Mr. Duncan Tailby, Chief Joint Operations Science and Technology, Australia, and Dr. Martin F. Lindsey, U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Science & Technology Advisor.
With Major General ISHIHARA Yoshitaka, Director General, Research and Development Department and other personnel, they exchanged views on enhancing joint operational capabilities utilizing science and technology and interoperability　through networks.

2024/10/18

On Friday, October 18, we invited Mr. Ito, the president of Kawasaki Motors, Ltd. To provide a lecture to CGS and TAC students. During a discussion with him, instructors and students enthusiastically listened to his story based on his experience as a corporate manager being active in the front line of the world, while asking a lot of questions and broadened their knowledge.

2024/10/17

TERCOM staff visited Japan International Aerospace Exhibition 2024.
TERCOM is advancing research on not only land domain but also air and space domain.

2024/10/15

On October 15, Lieutenant General HIROE Jiro, CG of TERCOM, delivered a lecture on “The future of warfare for the JGSDF” at Defense Tech Day, an event focused on public-private collaboration in nationalsecurity.

2024/10/11

On October 11, Colonel McLennan, Commander of the Australian Army Combat Training Centre, visited TERCOM.
Colonel Nakamura, Commander of the Training-Evaluation Support Unit ( HTC ) and Colonel McLennan exchanged views and promoted mutual understanding on training evaluation, especially on exercise control during field training exercises.
TERCOM is promoting interactions with Armies from various countries.

2024/10/8

On Tuesday, 8th October, TERCOM staff visited MCC Corporation for a site tour.
TERCOM is advancing research, especially led by the Research and Development Department, focusing on the space domain and satellite technologies.

2024/9/24

From September 24th to 27th, TERCOM provided instruction on Operationalart in command and staff activities for instructors from JGSDF MOS schools.
These instructors will incorporate what they learned into their education, helping to enhance the skills of JGSDF personnel.

2024/9/4

On Wednesday, September 4th, BG Stephen V Agtoto, Dean, Corps of Professors, the Armed Forces of the Philippines and three other members visited TERCOM .
We exchanged views primarily on matters related to human resource development, especially the instructors development.
This meeting promoted mutual understanding between Japan and the Philippines as like-minded nations.

2024/8/28

In August 2024, COL KAWASAKI, Commander of Military Medicine Research Unit, participated in the Military Health System Research Symposium( MHSRS ) hosted by the U.S. Department of Defense, with around 4,000 military personnel from the U.S. and other nations attending.
She presented “Modeling of the shock wave generated by a projectile impact on bulletproof vest with LISW” at a poster session.
She also exchanged ideas with many researchers to apply the insights to future operations.

LISW: Laser-induced shock wave

2024/8/26

On Monday, August 26th, The Joint Staff College held an entrance ceremony for the Senior Officers Course of the SDF.
The students have embarked on a year-long journey to become competent senior commanders and staff officers.
On the same day, TERCOM held a host family appointment ceremony for international students, expressing gratitude to the host families for their ongoing understanding and support, while requesting their continued assistance.

2024/8/22

TERCOM continuously conducts ForceExperiments to verify the suitability of new combat methods and equipment.
In this verification, we collaborated with private companies to conduct technical tests and carried out live evaluations to determine how new sensor technology and UAVs can be integrated into the unit’s operational activities. We also assessed concealment methods against reconnaissance from above, including satellites.

2024/7/29

On Monday, July 29, four international students of the Command and General Staff ( CGS ) Course (two from U.S., one from India and one from Singapore) completed their approximately one-year study period.
Having deepened their understanding of Japan and the JGSDF , they are expected to serve as bridges between their home countries and Japan, contributing to the peace and stability of a free and open Indo-Pacific region.
They were warmly sent off by their classmates and staff as they departed for their new assignments.

2024/7/26

On Friday, July 26, 17 students, including both MSDF and ASDF officers, completed the Advanced General Staff course and the Joint Advanced Course.
They have acquired the knowledge and skills necessary for senior level commanders and staff officers through one-year education.
In the scorching heat, they departed to assigned units and headquarters all over Japan, being expected to serve important roles of national defense from now on.

2024/7/21

In mid-July, when the loud buzzing of cicadas make you feel the arrival of summer, combat teams based on 11th Infantry Regiment (Camp Higashichitose) and 30th Infantry Regiment (Camp Shibata) conducted a Force-on-Force FTX at Hokkaido training area. HTC provided a realistic operational environment and assisted the evaluation of unit activities.

2024/7/17

Brigadier Chris Davies, Head of Army International Communications and Engagement, British Army, visited TERCOM.
We exchanged opinions on doctrines and future warfighting between the British Army and JGSDF.
TERCOM interacts with armies from various countries.

2024/7/12

On Friday, July 12th, TERCOM held the graduation ceremony for the 15th Command Sergeant Major (CSM) Course.
The 14 personnel spent approximately three months deepening bonds with their classmates while cultivating the qualities and capabilities required for CSM.
With the importance of taking “One step at a time” in mind, they embarked on their journey from Meguro in the rainy season to various units across Japan.

2024/7/9

TERCOM is conducting FieldTesting to verify compatibility of new equipment and how to fight in the future.
We have tested “new logistics support procedure (maintenance, supply and medical support) in remote island areas”.
The verification included pre-positioning stocks using forklifts and other equipment, and remote medical treatment using smart glasses.

2024/6/17

TERCOM Commanding General and staffs attended Eurosatory in France.
Eurosatory is a global event for defense and security.
Additionally, the CG and staffs took advantage of this opportunity to have an engagement with French Army.

2024/6/12

On Wednesday, June 12, a delegation of 123 members from the Royal Thai Army War College and other courses visited TERCOM .
They engaged in discussions with TERCOM staff and observed student education environment.
They gained an understanding of the roles and lines of effort of JGSDF and TERCOM, while promoting exchange in the field of leadership development.

2024/6/9

On Sunday, June 9, the units stationed at Meguro station held a founding anniversary event.
Meguro station celebrates its 29th anniversary, and TERCOM its 6th anniversary.
We appreciate your continued support for Meguro station and TERCOM.

2024/6/5

On Wednesday, June 5, CGS students received a lecture on operational art from Dr. Jacob Stoil, the U.S. Army School of Advanced Military Studies ( SAMS ) instructor.
The students actively asked questions and deepened their understanding of operational art.

2024/6/4

LTG HIROE Jiro, TERCOM CG participated in PACT Innovation Symposium, an international symposium that promotes the development of dual-use technologies, held by Armatus Inc.
He participated as a panelist in “Perspectives on AI Safety: Collective Approaches to Security Challenge” and discussed the utilization of AI.

2024/5/30

TERCOM staffs and the other officers of JGSDF received a lecture from Dr. UCHIYAMA Shoichiro and Mr. ITO Takuya who are affiliated with National Research Institute for Earth Science and Disaster Resilience( NIED ), on the use of UAVs in disaster response and on the research and development related to UAVs.
TERCOM is advancing research on the operation of UAV in various situation.

2024/5/30

TERCOM staffs and the other officers of JGSDF received a lecture from Dr. HIDANI Naoaki and Mr. HIRATA Tomoyoshi from Keio University, and Mr. NAGASAWA Kenta from Takushoku University, on the use of drones in modern warfare.
TERCOM is advancing research on the employment of drones.

2024/05/13

TERCOM held the 21th Comprehensive Security Seminar from Monday, May 14th to Thursday, May 16th.
A total of approximately 170 participants, including students from TERCOM and representatives from universities, companies, and ministries engaged in lively discussions to deepen their understanding of our country’s security strategy.

2024/5/9

TERCOM received a visit from Major General Chris Smith, the Deputy Chief of the Australianarmy.
We exchanged ideas on the future operational concepts of Australian Army and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force.

2024/5/1

Personnel from Military Medicine Research Unit presented their research findings at the 8th International Forum on Blast Injury Countermeasures held in the U.S.
This forum is an interdisciplinary public discussion on blast injuries, with participation from the U.S. military, National Defense Medical College, and so forth.
Military Medicine Research Unit collects information on the latest protective technologies and medical treatments, and reflects them on their research and day-to-day operations.

2024/4/10

On Wednesday April 10th, the officers of Command and General staff Course ( CGS ) attended a lecture on international affairs given by Dr. Patrick Mendis, an international political scientist who serves as a member of the National Security Education Board.
They listened attentively and gained a deeper understanding of the latest international situation, particularly in the Indo-Pacific region.

2024/4/10

On Wednesday April 10th, TERCOM hosted a training group from U.S. Army War College ( AWC ).
We shared understanding on the education for the Japan Ground Self Defense Force officers and others, and discussed promoting educational cooperation between Japan and the U.S. in the future.

2024/3/25

On Monday, March 25, the entrance ceremony for the 52nd Technical Administration Course ( TAC ) was held.
Through a diverse range of programs, they will acquire the knowledge and skills necessary for senior level commanders and staff officers primary engaged in technical fields through the one-year education.
The incoming students stepped forward with expressions of expectation and nervousness, taking a new step.

2024/3/11

On Monday, March 11, TERCOM conducted the graduation ceremony for the 51th Technical Administration Course (TAC).
The students have acquired the knowledge and skills necessary for senior level commanders and staff officers primary engaged in technical fields through the one-year education, and they are expected to serve important roles of national defense.

2024/3/4

In Project Convergence Capstone 4, military units from various countries are participating and fostering international engagement.
The photo captures TERCOM CG LTG HIROE meeting with Brigadier General Neil Budde, the commanding officer of the British Army contingent.

2024/3/4

Test and Evaluation Command( TECOM ) staff members also participate in Project Convergence Capstone 4, to foster Japanese-U.S. cooperation and exchanges at various levels.
The photo features MSG Horie from TERCOM, and the Operations SGM of 1st Armored Division Headquarters and Headquarters Battalion.

2024/3/4

TERCOM staffs participating in Project Convergence Capstone 4 in the U.S. have arrived on-site.
They are coordinating with the U.S. military to prepare for the start of the experiment.

2024/3/1

　 On Friday, March 1, 17 students, including both MSDF and ASDF officers, completed the Advanced General Staff course and the Joint Advanced Course.
They have acquired the knowledge and skills necessary for senior level commanders and staff officers through the one-year education.
They departed to assigned units and commands all over Japan, as they are expected to serve important roles of national defense.

2024/2/7

JGSDF and French Army will participate the CAPSTONE-4, which is an unit experiment.
Prior to participating in the experiment, TERCOM CG and Head of the doctrine directorate of French Army conducted video-teleconference to exchange opinions.

2024/2/7

On Wednesday, February 7th, TERCOM held the graduation ceremony for its 14 students of the 14th Command Sergeant Major (CSM) Course.
Over the course of approximately three months, these graduates deepened their bonds with their peers while learning the essential qualities, knowledge, and skills required as CSM. They have now departed from Meguro to various units of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force.

2024/2/5

TERCOM held meeting to exchange opinions on Electronic Warfare(EW) with researchers from the Hudson institute, as well as experts from both within and outside the TERCOM.

2024/2/1

TERCOM received a visit from Brigadier General Ellison, CG, US Marine Corps Warfighting Laboratory, Combat Development & Integration.
This organization develops and explores warfighting concepts.
Out R&D department staffs exchanged opinions with him.

2023/12/14

COL Kawasaki Machiko, Commander of Military Medicine Research Unit, Test & Evaluation Command, JGSDF participated in a panel group regarding blast injury hosted by the Science and Technology Organization (STO), NATO.
She introduced the result of research about provision against shock wave to domestic and overseas.
STO is the primary NATO organization for Defence Science and Technology.

2023/12/13

LTG Hiroe Jiro, TERCOM CG participated in the Business to Government Industrial Cooperation Seminar “Cyber in Space” organized by FrenchEmbassy in Japan, and delivered a presentation.
TERCOM is deepening its engagement with France.

2023/11/22

On Wednesday, November 22, 87 students, including MSDF, ASDF officers, and 5 international students (Indonesia, Mongolia, Pakistan, Korea, Thailand), completed the 68th Command and General Staff course.
They have acquired the knowledge and skills necessary for senior-level commanders and staff officers through one and half years of education.
They departed to assigned units and commands all over Japan, as they are expected to serve important roles of the Japan Self-Defense Force.

2023/11/18

■Participation in the Synergia Conclave 2023

LTG Hiroe Jiro, TERCOM CG participated in the international conference (Synergia Conclave 2023) organized by the Indian research institution (Synergia Foundation), attended by military personnel, government officials, researchers, etc., and delivered a keynote speech on “New Domains and Land Operations.”
Access the speech in Japanese here:

2023/11/14

■Visit to the NTT R&D FORUM 2023 – IOWN Acceleration

TERCOM personnel participated in “NTT R&D FORUM 2023 – IOWN Acceleration” at the NTT Musashino R&D Center. We gained knowledge about the latest technologies related to networks and AI. (IOWN: Innovative Optional and Wireless Network)
TERCOM is promoting DX.

2023/11/12

■The JGSDF Test and Evaluation Command ( TECOM ) celebrated its 22nd anniversary

The JGSDF Test and Evaluation Command ( TECOM ) celebrated its 22nd anniversary with an event that included the presentation of certificates of appreciation and celebratory banquet.
We extend our sincere thanks to everyone who attended, and look forward to your continued support for TECOM.

2023/11/7

■ Visit by French Army CDEC Director

Lieutenant General Hiroe Jiro, the Commanding General of the Training-Evaluation, Education, Research and Development Command, received a visit from French Army CDEC Director Lieutenant General Vidaud.
They discussed the Innovation Process, doctrine, equipment, and other research and development agenda, deepening the exchange between the land forces of Japan and France.

2023/11/2

■Entrance Ceremony for 14CSM course

On Thursday, November 2nd, TERCOM held the entrance ceremony of the 14th Command Sergeant Major (CSM) Course.
14 students will devote themselves to the education in the upcoming three months while leveraging their past experiences, and they have committed themselves to strive together, and renewing their resolution to improve their qualities, knowledge, and skills necessary to assume responsibility as CSMs for Divisions and Brigades.

2023/10/16

■ Lecture at the University of Tsukuba

TECOM ,TERCOM , JGSDF is a group of technical experts including many master and PhDs, who are also giving lectures at universities. This time, a member of the TECOM conducted a lecture on “From the Perspective of a Nation’s Research and Development Institutions” in the “Fundamentals of Research and Development” for undergraduate students at the University of Tsukuba, highlighting the research and development conducted by JGSDF.

2023/10/16

■ Visit to the Future Robotics Research Center (fuRo)

On Monday, October 16, TERCOM personnel visited the Future Robotics Research Center (fuRo), Chiba Institute of Technology in Narashino city. We gained knowledge about the latest technologies related to robot and AI.

2023/10/10

■ Visit by the Command Senior Enlisted Leader for U.S. Forces Japan

On Tuesday, October 10, Warrant Officer MATSUNAGA Masaki, Command Sergeant Major of TERCOM , had a meeting with Chief Master Sergeant Leon Calloway, the Command Senior Enlisted Leader for United States Forces Japan.
TERCOM has been conducting engagement with the United States Forces Japan ( USFJ ) at various levels.

2023/09/28

■Visit to the NIED

On Thursday, September 28, TERCOM personnel visited the National Research Institute for Earth Science and Disaster Resilience (NIED ), and received insights about disaster-related science and technology, research agenda, initiative and its way ahead

2023/09/26

■Visit by the Israeli Defense Attaché to Japan

On Tuesday, September 26, Lieutenant General HIROE, Commanding General of TERCOM , received an office call from Mr. Omer Bavli, the newly appointed Israeli Defense Attaché to Japan. Lieutenant General HIROE extended his welcome to his appointment and had engagement to build a relationship.

2023/09/15

■Visit by the Program Executive Officer, STRI

On Friday, September 15, Lieutenant General HIROE Jiro, Commanding General of TERCOM, had a meeting with Ms. Karen Saunders, SES, Program Executive Officer (PEO) of PEOSTRI , USArmy.
STRI stands for Simulation, Training & Instrumentation, and is one of 12 PEOs of the Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Army (Acquisition, Logistics and Technology.) PEOSTRI develops, provides, and sustains testing, training and information operations capabilities.

2023/09/6

■Web Meeting with Students of the Indonesian Army

On Wednesday, August 30, CGS students had a web meeting with students of the Indonesian Army Command and General Staff College, to discuss topics regarding disaster relief operations and International disaster relief activities.
Through the discussions, they shared information on the response to disasters in both countries, and deepened mutual understanding between JGSDF and Indonesian Army.

2023/09/5

■Fujitsu Defense Solution Day 2023

On Tuesday, August 29, TERCOM participated in the “Fujitsu Defense Solution Day 2023” hosted by Fujitsu Limited. The theme was “We support national security by ICT/DX with trust (Contributing to the 7 pillar of Defense Build-Up of with key technologies supporting security).” TERCOM is promoting DX.

2023/08/24

■TERCOM Webinar - 2023 summer

Today, we successfully conducted the TERCOM Webinar 2023. Thank you very much for your participation.
Stay tuned for the next time!
We look forward to your continued support for TERCOM.

2023/08/9

■Invitation of Guest Researcher: Dr. Uchiyama

Today, we invited Dr. UCHIYAMA Shoichiro of the National Research Institute for Earth Science and Disaster Resilience (NIED) as a guest researcher of TERCOM.
Inviting guest researcher is a strategy of TERCOM to promote Research and Development (R&D) through collaboration among industry, government and academia.

2023/08/08

■Invitation of Guest Researcher: Dr. Ise

Today, we invited Dr. ISE Tadashi of the National Research Institute for Earth Science and Disaster Resilience (NIED) as a guest researcher of TERCOM.
Inviting guest researcher is a strategy of TERCOM to promote Research and Development (R&D) through collaboration among industry, government and academia.

2023/08/7

■Entrance Ceremony for 69CGS

On Monday, August 7, the entrance ceremony for the 69th Command and General Staff course was held at Camp Meguro.
Total of 111 officers, including 10 international students from 8 countries, began their first day, and will study for approximately 1 year and 4 months.
Through a diverse range of programs, they will acquire the knowledge and skills necessary for field-grade commander and staff.

2023/07/28

■ Graduation Ceremony for 84AGS & 34JAC

On Tuesday, July 28, 17 students, including both MSDF and ASDF officers, completed the Advanced General Staff course and the Joint Advanced Course. They have acquired the knowledge and skills necessary for senior level commanders and staff officers through the one-year education. In the scorching heat, they departed to assigned units and commands all over Japan, as they are expected to serve important roles of national defense.

2023/07/25

■ Visit by Chief of the Staff the German Army

The first commemorative event featured a visit by Chief of the German Army.
On Tuesday, July 25, Lieutenant General Alfons Mais, Chief of the German Army, visited TERCOM .
During the visit, LTG Mais also delivered a keynote speech to the staff and students of TERCOM to further promote the engagement between the land forces of Japan and Germany.