China urges Japan to exercise caution on Yasukuni Shrine issues

Japanese lawmakers, led by a Liberal Democrat Ichiro Aisawa, center, leave after their prayer to the war dead the Yasukuni Shrine in Tokyo, as the country marks the 80th anniversary of its defeat in the World War II, Aug 15, 2025. - Photo: AP

BEIJING: China urges Japan to face squarely and reflect on its history of aggression, be prudent on historical issues such as the Yasukuni Shrine, make a clean break with militarism, stick to the path of peaceful development, and earn the trust of its Asian neighbours and the international community through real actions, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said Saturday (Aug 16).

The spokesperson made the remarks when asked to comment on Japanese politicians paying respects to the Yasukuni Shrine.