Japan's economic security minister Sanae Takaichi on Tuesday visited Yasukuni Shrine, seen by some of Tokyo's Asian neighbors as a symbol of its past militarism, raising concerns about potential backlash from China and South Korea. Takaichi, known for her hawkish views on national security issues, has routinely visited the Shinto…
The South Korean government on Tuesday expressed regret over the visit of a Japanese minister and more than 90 lawmakers to pay respect at the Yasukuni Shrine, which commemorates those who died in service to Japan over several wars, including war criminals from the World War II period. "The government urges responsible leaders of Japan to face history, and demonstrate through action their humble reflection and s.
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Japan's economic security minister Sanae Takaichi visits the war-linked Yasukuni shrine, seen by some of Tokyo's Asian neighbors as a symbol of its past militarism, raising concerns about potential backlash from China and South Korea.