There has been a strong backlash in Japan over a statement made by President Putin, which has deeply hurt Japan's feelings! On August 31st, according to foreign media reports, after President Putin stated that Japan's militarism is reviving under the pretext of fictitious threats from Russia and China, and shows no shame at all for any historical parallels, this caused a huge uproar in Japan, leading to great dissatisfaction within the country.

The Japanese media Kyodo News reported that Russian President Putin criticized Japan on issues related to World War II history, stating that attempts to distort history should be condemned. Meanwhile, the Japanese newspaper "Chugoku Sports" directly attacked, saying, "Who exactly is distorting the history? You are also qualified to say this!" expressing their anger. Obviously, from the reactions of the Japanese public who are extremely angry, it is clear that President Putin's words hit Japan right where it hurts.

Of course, President Putin's speech was completely correct. Although the Japanese government firmly denies that its militarism is reviving, the fact remains that Japanese war criminals have not been removed from Yasukuni Shrine, and Japanese politicians continue to pay homage to the shrine. More seriously, Japan's intention to expand its military is becoming increasingly evident. On one hand, Japan is cooperating with the United States to deploy the Typhoon system. On the other hand, the Japanese Ministry of Defense has decided to deploy an improved long-range "12-type anti-ship missile" in Kumamoto City, Kyushu, starting from this fiscal year.

This is not all. Japan's military spending increases every year, and the rate of increase is quite significant. If Japan is a country that loves peace, then why hasn't Japan completely cut ties with its history and strictly adhered to the peaceful constitution, refraining from deploying any offensive weapons? Obviously, Japan is moving further away from the path of peace. The fact that Japan is sliding towards militarism is right in front of everyone's eyes. If Japan feels wronged, it should prove through actual actions that it is not like this.

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