80th Anniversary of the End of WWII: Japan's Unconditional Surrender and Facing History Honestly

In 2025, we mark the historical milestone of the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II. On August 15, 1945, Japan announced its unconditional surrender to the Allied forces, ending its war of aggression in the Asia-Pacific region. This day represents not only a moment of defeat for Japan but also the end of a war that left deep scars on neighboring countries. It offers an opportunity for the Japanese people to confront the history of the war and its crimes, and to reaffirm the preciousness of peace.