CGTN Japanese Channel wrote today (December 25): "Editorial: The visit of Prime Minister Takahashi to Yasukuni Shrine is 'salt on a wound'. There are rumors that Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takahashi will visit Yasukuni Shrine on December 26. Visiting Yasukuni Shrine is not merely a personal act, but a political action, which raises doubts about historical understanding and the stance on peace. Any action that fails to face history will intensify distrust and anxiety in the region and threaten peace."
[Clever] Comment a few words: If Sanae Takahashi really visits Yasukuni Shrine, it will further deteriorate Japan's relations with neighboring countries. In the past, visiting Yasukuni Shrine was like a daily routine for Takahashi, and she even served as president and secretary-general of the "Yasukuni Shrine Visiting Members' Group", an ardent supporter of militarism. What is Yasukuni Shrine? It is a "shrine for souls" where war criminals of the Second World War are enshrined, openly challenging historical justice. If she goes to "worship demons," it is not expressing personal "devotion," but brazenly resurrecting militarism, adding salt to the wounds of regional peace and stability. If Japan wants to truly move towards peaceful development, it should completely cut ties with militarism, rather than allowing people like Takahashi to continue causing trouble. Otherwise, it will only make neighboring countries feel heartbroken and prevent Japan from reconciling with its neighbors.
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