People's Daily Online 3 months ago

Former Japanese prime ministers visit war-related shrine

Former Japanese prime ministers Junichiro Koizumi and Shinzo Abe visited Tokyo's war-related Yasukuni Shrine on Saturday morning on the 64th anniversary of the end of World War II. Full Article at People's Daily Online

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  1. Taro Aso
  2. Emperor Akihito
  3. Barack Obama

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Related Quotes

  1. Our country inflicted tremendous damage and suffering on many countries, particularly people in Asia. As a representative of the Japanese people, I humbly express my remorse for the victims, along with deep regret
    Taro Aso – Taro Aso SOURCE: Miami Herald 3 months ago
  2. Why are war criminals together with those who served their country honorably?
    SOURCE: Los Angeles Times 3 months ago
  3. All souls at Yasukuni are the same ... You cannot separate them.
    SOURCE: Los Angeles Times 3 months ago
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