Japanese public opinion shows little reaction to the visit of three legislators to China; China emphasizes that Japan must properly address the Taiwan issue.

From the comments on Japan Yahoo, a right-leaning Japanese online forum, regarding the recent visit to China by three Japanese parliamentarians.

China's stance is clear: unless Japan withdraws Harumi's statement that "if there's a crisis in Taiwan, Japan will be involved," and stops dragging the situation into China's internal conflict, Sino-Japanese relations cannot improve.

Regarding this Chinese response, 46% of comments on Japan Yahoo expressed dissatisfaction with the outcomes of the visit—this is perfectly normal. What did they expect? That China would soften its position?

23% believe Japan should distance itself from China.

19% directly demand rejecting China's proposals.

Only 12% support continuing dialogue with China.

Thus, Japanese public opinion remains largely unsupportive of engagement or friendliness toward China.

The rightward shift in Japanese public sentiment, Harumi’s rise to power, and the fact that key members of Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party continue to visit the Yasukuni Shrine all underscore this trend toward right-wing orientation.

Original source: toutiao.com/article/1874711473908747/

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