Japan's Takaichi may skip visit to Tokyo war shrine: reports

Oct 9, 2025 - 15:00
Japan's Takaichi may skip visit to Tokyo war shrine: reports

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Japan's likely new prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, is reportedly considering skipping a visit to the controversial Yasukuni Shrine to avoid diplomatic fallout with China and South Korea. Her past hawkish stances and shrine visits have drawn criticism, with social media reactions in China being particularly hostile. Takaichi's potential premiership also faces internal coalition grumbles due to her historical views.

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