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Japan defence minister visits contentious Yasukuni Shrine to war dead
whbl.com · United States
Japan's defense minister visited the Yasukuni Shrine, which is a contentious site for its association with war dead. This action often draws regional and international political reactions due to historical sensitivities.
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