Yoshihide Yoshida

Yoshihide Yoshida was born on 30 October 1962 in Tokyo. As a child, he was known for his gentle looks and stubborn nature. He was raised in Tokyo, but often moved in his teen years due to his father's job.[1] He went to the prestigious University of Tokyo, where he majored in Urban Engineering. While at university, he became interested in the "world of the SDF"[2] and, after his graduation, he commissioned into the JGSDF.

On 8 March 2018, Yoshida was present at the 8th Division Reorganization Ceremony at Camp Kita Kumantoto where he served as the base commander.[3] On 26 March 2021, Yoshida was appointed to the Chief of the Ground Staff of the JGSDF, the highest position in the service.[4] On 3 June 2021, Yoshida had announced that he had a telephone conference with Fillipino Defense Minister Delfin Lorenzana. They discussed higher levels of co-operation.[5] On 24 June 2021, Yoshida had announced that he had a telephone conference with the Chief of Defence Staff of India.[6] On 2 December 2021, Yoshida announced new cyber-initiatives to be taken by the JGSDF, in co-operation with the US Navy and Army.[7] The Japanese government appointed Yoshida as the next Chief of Staff starting from 30 March 2023.[8]