Translation guide
The Japan Coast Guard is a government agency responsible for maritime safety, security, and law enforcement in Japanese waters. This entry explains how to refer to it naturally in Japanese.
Japan Coast Guard
Referring to the Japan Coast Guard as an institution or agency.
The official name of the Japan Coast Guard. Used in formal, written, and spoken contexts.
The Japan Coast Guard protects Japan's territorial waters.
Common abbreviation of 海上保安庁, used in news headlines and casual conversation.
A Japan Coast Guard patrol vessel was dispatched.
Referring to the people who work for the Japan Coast Guard.
Referring to ships, aircraft, or other assets of the Japan Coast Guard.
In news reports, 海上保安庁 is often shortened to 海保 (かいほ). This is widely understood but less formal.
A Japan Coast Guard staff member explained it to me.
A Japan Coast Guard helicopter headed to the rescue.