Media frowns upon Abe's visit to shrine

Editor's note: After Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe visited the Yasukuni Shrine, which honors 14 World War II Class A war criminals among the country's war dead, on Thursday, media from around the world showed rare unity in criticizing Abe's decision. Most warned of Japan's shift toward a right-wing militarism.

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Professors, politicians calls Shinzo Abe's decision 'regrettable' and 'unbelievable'

Street talk

"War can destroy people's lives and kill those who love each other in a moment. However, Japan never showed any remorse for its crimes during the war, as demonstrated by Shinzo Abe's visit to the Yasukuni Shrine. Japan has always tried to downplay its war crimes. It is really badly behaved and brutal. I think we should take the necessary measures to restrict its behavior."