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Yasukuni bans cosplay and military attire for Aug. 15

8/13/2026

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Yasukuni Shrine announced on August 7, 2026 that visitors may not wear cosplay or military attire.
The ban bars military uniforms, tactical gear, replica weapons and cosplay outfits while allowing Japan Self-Defense Forces personnel in seifuku.
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will decide herself whether to visit the shrine on August 15, Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara said.
China called the shrine’s move a blatant provocation that threatens international peace and stability.

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Yasukuni Shrine announced on August 7, 2026 that visitors may not wear cosplay or military attire.
The ban bars military uniforms, tactical gear, replica weapons and cosplay outfits while allowing Japan Self-Defense Forces personnel in seifuku.
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will decide herself whether to visit the shrine on August 15, Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara said.
China called the shrine’s move a blatant provocation that threatens international peace and stability.