Line of advantage: Japan's grand strategy in the era of Abe Shinzo.

The article discusses Michael Green's book, "Line of Advantage," which explores Japan's strategic interactions with key East Asian players, including China, the United States, and South Korea. The book analyzes Japan's historical evolution, its economic dependence on China, and the implications of its close security ties with the United States, particularly in the context of the US–Japan Defense Cooperation Guidelines and Japan's pro-military legislation. Green also evaluates Japan's role in the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad) and the Free and Open Indo-Pacific strategy, while addressing the complex relationship between Japan and South Korea amid regional security challenges. The book is presented as a valuable resource for scholars, policymakers, and those interested in Japanese politics. [Extracted from the article]