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Japan: Former admiral appointed head of controversial Yasukuni shrine

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Former vice-admiral and former ambassador Umio Otsuka becomes chief priest of Yasukuni Shrine. His appointment reflects a desire to "renationalize" a site that symbolizes Japanese militarism. The building honors the deified 2.5 million soldiers who died in Japan's wars, as well as 14 Class A war criminals.

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Japan: Former admiral appointed head of controversial Yasukuni shrine

This choice comes in the context of the country's rearmament policy and efforts to 'renationalize' a Shinto shrine associated with the country's imperialism.

1 month ago·Paris, France

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