Yasukuni Shrine Controversy: Japan’s Unresolved War Legacy in 2026
As Japan’s Yasukuni Shrine continues to honor WWII criminals, East Asia grapples with historical reconciliation in 2026. A new documentary sparks fresh debates.
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As Japan’s Yasukuni Shrine continues to honor WWII criminals, East Asia grapples with historical reconciliation in 2026. A new documentary sparks fresh debates.
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