Communist Workers Party (Japan)

The Communist Workers Party (Japan) (日本共産労働党, Nihon Kyōsan Rōdōtō) is a Japanese Marxist-Leninist political party. It was founded in 1966, following a split within the Japan Communist Party (JCP). The split was motivated by ideological differences, primarily regarding the JCP's perceived revisionism and its stance on the Soviet Union and the international communist movement. The Communist Workers Party (Japan) historically aligned more closely with Maoist and anti-revisionist viewpoints.

The party advocates for a socialist revolution in Japan, aiming to establish a proletarian dictatorship. It also champions workers' rights, opposes imperialism and militarism, and supports international solidarity among communist and working-class movements.

Historically, the party has engaged in various forms of political activism, including demonstrations, propaganda campaigns, and participation in labor movements. While it has never achieved significant electoral success, it maintains a presence in certain sectors of Japanese society, particularly among some labor unions and student groups.

The party publishes its own newspaper and other publications to disseminate its political views. It actively critiques the policies of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and other political parties in Japan, advocating for policies that prioritize the interests of the working class and the advancement of socialist goals.

The Communist Workers Party (Japan) should not be confused with other communist parties or groups in Japan, such as the Japan Communist Party (JCP) or various New Left organizations. Its ideological orientation and historical trajectory distinguish it from these other political entities. Its influence and membership, though limited, represent a continuing expression of Marxist-Leninist ideology within the Japanese political landscape.