Korean Strait
What two countries are separated by the Korean Strait?
Japan and South Korea
What are the main countries claiming Dokdo/Takeshima islands?
South Korea, Japan
What name does South Korea use for the Sea of Japan?
East Sea
What percentage of South Korea's trade passes through the Korean Strait?
90%
What is the South Korean skincare brand that uses Dokdo-themed products?
RoundLab
Which two countries are involved in the naming dispute over the Sea of Japan?
Japan and South Korea
What country do they maintain military for?
North Korea
What year did South Korea declare the Rhee Syngman Line, claiming Dokdo?
1952
When did the name “Sea of Japan” gain international prominence?
During Japan's Imperial Expansion, 20th Century
Why is the Korean Strait considered vital for Japan’s energy imports?
transporting oil and gas imports
Besides South Korea, which country challenges Japan’s claim to the Dokdo/Takeshima Islands?
North Korea
Why was the Sea of Japan strategically important during World War II?
route for Japan’s military supply chains and troop movements
Which three nations protect the Korean Strait for security and trade purposes?
South Korea, Japan, and the USA
What natural resources make the waters around Dokdo/Takeshima economically significant?
Fishing resources, potential oil, and gas reserves
How does Japan ensure the safety of its energy and trade routes?
Regular naval patrols