US Edition70 lawmakers make cross-party visit to Yasukuni Shrine
- Around 70 Japanese lawmakers attended the spring festival at Yasukuni Shrine in Tokyo on April 22, 2025, symbolizing Japan's past militarism according to its Asian neighbors.
- The Chinese Embassy in Tokyo stated that the visit reflects Japan's 'erroneous attitude toward historical issues' and urged caution.
- South Korea expressed 'deep disappointment and regret,' urging Japan to show 'humble reflection and sincere remorse' for its wartime history.
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70 lawmakers make cross-party visit to Yasukuni Shrine
A cross-party group of around 70 Japanese lawmakers on Tuesday attended the spring festival at the war-linked Yasukuni shrine in Tokyo, regarded as a symbol of the country's past militarism by its Asian neighbors. Group member Ichiro Aisawa, a lawmaker from the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, said at a press…
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Mainichi Shimbun70 lawmakers make cross-party visit to war-linked Yasukuni shrine
A cross-party group of around 70 Japanese lawmakers on Tuesday attended the spring festival at the war-linked Yasukuni Shrine in Tokyo, regarded as a symbol of the country's past militarism by its Asian neighbors. Group member Ichiro Aisawa, a lawmaker from the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, said at a press conference, "We should never forget the history of how the spirits of many fallen heroes laid the foundation for a peaceful and prosperous…
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