Publications

Patriotism in Japan and Poland – Differences, Origins, and Significance

The Poland-Japan Foundation presents a new article “Different Forms of Patriotism: A Comparative Analysis of Japan and Poland” by Keigo Yanagimachi. The article explores how patriotism differs between the two countries. It shows that Japanese patriotism is more closely linked to people, culture, peace, and safety, while Polish patriotism is more strongly connected to national […]

Samurai Armor – A Bridge Between Cultures

The Poland-Japan Foundation is pleased to announce the publication of a new article by Adam Jurgilewicz entitled “Beyond the Armour: Samurai Heritage as a Bridge of Cultural Diplomacy Between Japan and Poland.” The author analyzes how samurai armor—through its craftsmanship, symbolism, and rich history—has evolved from a symbol of warfare into a unique tool for […]

Offshore wind: a new area of cooperation between Poland and Japan

A new report by the Poland-Japan Foundation titled ‘Poland’s Offshore Milestone as a New Area of Cooperation with Japan,’ authored by Paweł Wiącek, analyzes how the launch of Poland’s first offshore wind farm represents a breakthrough moment in the country’s energy transformation, while simultaneously opening new opportunities for cooperation with Japan. The publication compares the […]

Medicine Connects Poland and Japan

The Poland-Japan Foundation is pleased to present its latest publication entitled “Exchange of experiences between Poland and Japan in the medical field” by Carla Hahs. The publication presents an analysis of the current state of medical cooperation between Poland and Japan, focusing on student exchange programs, academic partnerships, specialist collaboration, and knowledge transfer in the […]

Japan, Ukraine, and Poland: A New Axis of Cooperation

The Poland-Japan Foundation has published a new policy paper titled “Ukraine–Japan Relations After 2022: The Missing Middle Between Political Support and Reconstruction Business” by Oleksii Yaloz. The publication analyzes how, since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Japan and Ukraine have transformed their relations—from limited economic ties to a strategic partnership focused on Ukraine’s reconstruction. The […]

Poland under the EU-Japan Agreement

The Poland-Japan Foundation has published a new article by Magdalena Ruda titled: “EU-Japan Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA): ex-post evaluation (findings on Poland’s economic performance)”. The publication analyzes Poland’s economic performance under the trade agreement between the EU and Japan (EPA) since its entry into force in 2019, based on an ex-post evaluation conducted by the […]

Kaizen and Monozukuri in Poland and the EU

The Foundation’s representative – @_annastefanska – had the opportunity to appear at Poland’s largest fantasy festival, Pyrkon! We would like to sincerely thank @Pyrkon for the invitation. In her account, she shares: “It was a great pleasure, and the event made a tremendous impression on me. Naturally, the main focus was on fantasy-related booths, but […]

New Perspectives on Japan-Europe Defense Cooperation

The Poland-Japan Foundation is pleased to announce the publication of a new article by Philipp Buschmann entitled “Could Japanese Weapons Strengthen NATO’s Baltic Flank? Procurement Opportunities After Japan’s Export Policy Shift”. The article analyzes how reforms to Japan’s defense equipment export policy, introduced in April 2026, have opened new opportunities for cooperation with NATO countries […]

The Future of Senior Care

The Poland-Japan Foundation presents a new article by Dr. Honorata Dudek-Frysiak and Dr. Małgorzata Patok, entitled “Robots or Family? Who will Care for Poland’s Ageing Population?”. The article analyzes the ongoing transformation of Poland’s elderly care system, driven by rapid demographic decline, low birth rates, and an aging society. It highlights the weakening of traditional […]