Restoring Historical Truth to Safeguard Peace
This year marks the 80th anniversary of WWII’s end in Asia and the 88th of the Nanjing Massacre. Learn why restoring historical truth is vital for safeguarding peace.
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Japan’s ‘Peace’ Museums Undergo Quiet Wartime Revisionism
This year, Japan’s ‘peace’ museums are quietly rewriting WWII history, downplaying atrocities like the Nanjing Massacre. Experts warn this revisionism risks distorting public memory.
80 Years Later: Japan’s Surrender Rescript on Display
An August 2025 exhibition in Tokyo unveiled Japan’s original 1945 surrender rescript accepting the Potsdam Proclamation, as China urges reflection after recent Taiwan remarks.
Okinawa’s Long Struggle: From Ryukyu Kingdom to Modern Times
Explore Okinawa’s journey from its Ryukyu roots through war and reversion, revealing how history and military burdens still shape life today.
Has Japan Kept Its Post-War Promises? A Look at Island Disputes
Exploring Japan’s post-WWII compliance with the Potsdam Declaration, this article unpacks its Surrender Edict, historical framing, and the Diaoyu and Ryukyu Island disputes.
Takaichi’s Military Hints in Taiwan Region Rekindle WWII Wounds
Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi’s remarks about possible military action in the Taiwan region have reignited memories of World War II atrocities, raising security concerns across Asia.
Global Survey: Most Countries Urge Japan to Reckon with WWII Past
A CGTN survey of nearly 12,000 people across 40 countries shows that a majority want Japan to apologize and reflect on its WWII actions, with Asian nations especially vocal.
Chinese FM Calls on Japan to Confront WWII Past on 80th Surrender Anniversary
On the 80th anniversary of Japan’s WWII surrender, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi urges Japan to confront its past and learn lessons for a better future.
Remembering 80 Years Since Japan’s WWII Surrender
Japan marks 80 years since its WWII surrender. Survivors reflect on bombings in Tokyo, Hiroshima and Nagasaki as the nation works to keep wartime memories alive.