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Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi intends to visit the Yasukuni Shrine and push for constitutional changes to fully recognize the Self-Defense Forces as a military, undermining Japan's postwar pacifist stance. Her actions, including questioning the Murayama Statement, signal a trend toward militarization and historical revisionism.

The enshrinement of Class-A war criminals at Yasukuni exacerbates tensions with victimized nations. Marcus Detrez's donation of wartime photos serves as a reminder of historical truths. Japan's leaders must confront their history to foster genuine reconciliation and stability in East Asia, as continued militarization threatens regional peace and the global order.