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

5 verified updates • corroborated by 1 independent source • tracked since August 14, 2026

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Aug 14, 08:31 PM 1 source: AP News
Japan's Defense Minister Koizumi prays at shrine seen by neighbors as symbol of Japanese militarism
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Aug 14, 10:01 PM 1 source: AP News
Japan’s defense chief visits shrine neighbors see as symbol of Japanese militarism
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Aug 15, 01:31 AM 1 source: AP News
Japan's Takaichi skips controversial Yasukuni Shrine visit on anniversary of World War II surrender
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Aug 15, 05:01 AM 1 source: AP News
Japanese leader skips controversial shrine visit, avoids mention of remorse on surrender anniversary
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Aug 15, 07:01 AM 1 source: AP News
Takaichi skips controversial shrine visit on 81st anniversary of country's World War II surrender