Second Sino-Japanese War (1937-1945)
Historical term for the war between China and Japan from 1937 to 1945. Also referred to as 日中戦争.
See also: 日中戦争
The Second Sino-Japanese War began in 1937.
Synonymous; 日中戦争 is more common in modern Japanese historical discourse.
Compound of 中 (China) + 日 (Japan) + 戦争 (war).