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The Launch of the 9th APA Japan Revival Grand Prize

The APA Japan Revival Foundation has recently unveiled the guidelines for the 9th APA Japan Revival Grand Prize. This award system acknowledges outstanding academic works published within the last five years, selected based on nominations by referees that align with the award's mission.

The APA Japan Revival Grand Prize aims to encourage scholarly research in contemporary history, international relations, and public policy, with a vision of contributing to Japan's growth and development. The award carries a substantial prize of 5 million yen, reflecting its significant social value.

Since its inception, the program has honored many researchers who actively contribute to the resurgence of national pride in Japan. Past laureates have made substantial impacts across various fields, promoting the notion of a proud nation, Japan. As the foundation embarks on its ninth year, its commitment remains strong in discovering and disseminating exceptional academic contributions.

Overview of the Award

The award considers works that have received recommendations from experts in the field. Judging panels assess these works based on their relevance to the award's core ideals. The foundation's ambition is to foster a correct perspective on history, politics, and international relationships while rekindling the pride that has been lost over years of self-deprecation among the Japanese populace.

Previous Winners

Over the eight previous editions, recipients have ranged from authors delving into the complexities of Japan's historical interactions with the world to examinations of critical military events. Notable winners include:

• - 1st Grand Prize: Michio Ezaki for Who Did Japan Fight? The Secrets of Comintern's Operations in America.
• - 2nd Excellence Prize: Hiroshi Mogi for Japan Had a 'Winning Formula' in WWII!
• - 3rd Excellence Prize: Michio Ochiai for The True Identity of the CCP – Deceiving Japan and the World from the China Incident to the Wuhan Pneumonia.

The Foundation's Objectives

Established in Tokyo's Minato ward at 3-2-3 Akasaka, the APA Japan Revival Foundation proclaims its mission to nurture individuals with a correct viewpoint of their nation and the world. Through programs like the