Japan historical revisionism

Yoon emphasized his support for “freedom” in a U.N. General Assembly address, but most attention focused on the dimming chances of a summit with Japan’s Kishida Fumio. 

The agreement was flawed from the beginning, and continued denialism from the Japanese government undermined its spirit.

The spirit of the Kono Statement will be welcomed by Beijing and Seoul - if Kono Taro truly intends to follow in his father's footsteps.

Emperor Akihito, known for his emphasis on reconciliation and peace, gave his last speech at Japan’s annual ceremony for WWII dead.

In 1998, Japan and South Korea agreed to “build a future-oriented relationship based on reconciliation.” What went wrong?

The rise of authoritarian tendencies in Japanese schools is a worrying trend.

The Japan Conference is shaping public opinion using grassroots methods, in tandem with PM Shinzo Abe’s strategy.

The Park-Abe meeting was encouraging, but there are structural issues that still need to be addressed.

South Korea's president wants to reach a final solution by the end of 2015.

Japan's Emperor Akihito appears to be determined to remind his people of the horrors of World War II.

What we will hear from Emperor Akihito on August 15 will be equally—if not more—important than the Abe Statement.