Translation guide
A proper noun referring to the global counterterrorism campaign initiated by the United States after 9/11. In Japanese, it is typically expressed as a direct loan translation or explained descriptively.
Referring to the post-9/11 military, political, and ideological campaign led by the US and allies.
The standard Japanese translation, literally 'war against terror'. Used in news and official contexts.
The United States launched the War on Terror.
A more descriptive phrase meaning 'fight against terror'. Slightly less formal than 対テロ戦争.
The fight against terror has become prolonged.
An abbreviated form of 対テロ戦争, common in headlines and news reports.
Reevaluate the strategy of the war on terror.
Referring to the political and ideological aspects of the campaign, not just military action.
In Japanese, the phrase is almost always used in political or historical contexts. It is not used metaphorically like 'war on drugs' might be in English.
The war on terrorism requires international cooperation.