China's submarines vs Japan’s: PLA could steamroll Tokyo before US shows up

A war of words between China and Japan has suddenly escalated after Tokyo warned that a Chinese assault on Taiwan could threaten Japan’s very survival. But behind the fiery statements lies a darker reality: a new report claims Japan is far too weak to confront Beijing militarily. From shrinking troop levels to China’s overwhelming missile, naval and air power, the balance appears brutally one-sided. As the region braces for a potential flashpoint, can Japan hold the line?