Translation guide
The Gulf War refers to the 1990–1991 conflict triggered by Iraq's invasion of Kuwait. In Japanese, it is most commonly called 湾岸戦争, but other terms exist depending on context.
湾岸戦争
Gulf War
Referring to the conflict between Iraq and a coalition of forces led by the United States following Iraq's invasion of Kuwait.
The standard Japanese term for the Gulf War. Literally 'Gulf War'. Widely understood and used in news and conversation.
湾岸戦争は1991年に終結した。
The Gulf War ended in 1991.
Used when specifying the years to distinguish from other Gulf conflicts.
湾岸戦争（1990-1991年）についての資料を探しています。
I'm looking for materials about the Gulf War (1990-1991).
Literally 'Persian Gulf War'. Less common, but may appear in older or more formal contexts.
ペルシャ湾岸戦争は中東情勢を大きく変えた。
The Persian Gulf War greatly changed the Middle East situation.
Referring to the medical condition reported by veterans of the Gulf War.
Standard term for Gulf War syndrome.
湾岸戦争症候群の原因はまだ完全には解明されていない。
The cause of Gulf War syndrome has not yet been fully elucidated.
A shorter, less formal term sometimes used in media.
湾岸戦争病に苦しむ退役軍人が多い。
Many veterans suffer from Gulf War illness.
湾岸戦争 usually refers to the 1990–1991 war. For the 2003 Iraq War, use イラク戦争. For the Iran–Iraq War, use イラン・イラク戦争.