WORLDAug 15 · 10:50 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMIBy MARI YAMAGUCHI and MAYUKO ONO, Associated Press

Takaichi skips controversial shrine visit on 81st anniversary of country's World War II surrender

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi avoided the controversial Yasukuni Shrine during the 81st anniversary of Japan's WWII surrender, leading to protest from China and South Korea. Officials from various Japanese groups visited the shrine despite warnings about covering up war crimes. Amid mounting tensions, Chinese officials urged Japan to undergo serious soul searching regarding history.

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