Translation guide
The Special Higher Police (特別高等警察, Tokubetsu Kōtō Keisatsu), often abbreviated as Tokkō, was a Japanese police force established to investigate and suppress political dissent, thought crimes, and subversive activities, particularly from the early 20th century until the end of World War II.
Referring to the actual Special Higher Police organization in pre-war and wartime Japan.
The full official name. Use in formal or historical contexts.
特別高等警察は、戦前の日本で思想弾圧を行った組織です。
The Special Higher Police was an organization that suppressed thought in pre-war Japan.
The most common abbreviation, often used in historical discussions. Can refer to the organization or its officers.
The Special Higher Police existed from 1911 to 1945. When referring to this organization, it is important to clarify the historical period, as modern Japanese police forces do not have an equivalent.
Do not translate 'Special Higher Police' literally as 特別な高等警察 (tokubetsu na kōtō keisatsu). The term is a proper noun with established translations.
A common abbreviation. Slightly less formal but widely understood.
特高警察は共産主義者を取り締まりました。
The Special Higher Police cracked down on communists.
彼は戦時中、特高に逮捕された。
He was arrested by the Special Higher Police during the war.