高市政府强军扩武，引发日本社会各界警惕与反对

Group 1: Government's Military Expansion - The Japanese government under Prime Minister Kishi has accelerated military expansion, with officials openly advocating for Japan to possess nuclear weapons and aiming to increase defense spending to 2% of GDP two years ahead of schedule [1][2][4] - The government plans to allocate 9 trillion yen (approximately 41 billion USD) for defense in the initial budget for the fiscal year 2026, marking a historic high [3][4] - Japan's defense budget has increased for 13 consecutive years, with a 60% surge over the past five years, raising concerns about the implications for regional security [4][5] Group 2: Domestic Reactions and Criticism - There has been significant backlash from various sectors in Japan, including former defense ministers and political leaders, who deem the push for nuclear armament as irresponsible and contrary to Japan's security principles [2][3][6] - The Japanese Communist Party and other opposition figures have criticized the government's military spending, arguing it does not contribute to peace and stability [4][5] - Public protests have emerged against the government's prioritization of military spending over social welfare, with citizens expressing concerns about the impact on healthcare and education budgets [5][6] Group 3: Military-Industrial Complex - The increase in defense spending has significantly benefited Japanese military contractors, with companies like Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and Kawasaki Heavy Industries seeing sales growth in the defense sector ranging from 25% to 87% [5][6] - The ongoing military budget expansion raises concerns about the emergence of a military-industrial complex in Japan, which could lead to increased militarization and potential conflicts [5][6][7] - Critics warn that Japan's shift towards a more militarized stance could lead to a resurgence of militarism, drawing parallels to historical precedents [6][7]