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Japan's PM Takaichi Skips Yasukuni, Seeks South Korea Ties

10/22/2025

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Sanae Takaichi, Japan's new Prime Minister, did not visit the Yasukuni Shrine during its autumn festival.
The move reflects awareness of potential diplomatic repercussions with neighboring countries, especially China and South Korea.
At a press conference, she emphasized appreciation for South Korean culture and called Korea a neighboring country to ease concerns.
She expressed eagerness to meet South Korea's president at the upcoming Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit.

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Sanae Takaichi, Japan's new Prime Minister, did not visit the Yasukuni Shrine during its autumn festival.
The move reflects awareness of potential diplomatic repercussions with neighboring countries, especially China and South Korea.
At a press conference, she emphasized appreciation for South Korean culture and called Korea a neighboring country to ease concerns.
She expressed eagerness to meet South Korea's president at the upcoming Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit.