Japan
"Reflecting on our past and bearing in mind the feelings of deep remorse over the last war, I earnestly hope that the ravages of war will never be repeated," 81-year-old Akihito said at the memorial service on Aug 15, marking the 70th anniversary of Japan's unconditional surrender in WWII.
Japanese Emperor Akihito (R) and Empress Michiko observe a moment of silence before an altar during a memorial service at Nippon Budokan Hall in Tokyo, Aug 15, 2015. [Photo/IC] |