Japan marks 'return of sovereignty' day.
It took over six decade for Japan to formally celebrate its “independence”
or “relief” from the ally’s occupation after the World War II, which angered
not only its neighboring countries that were invaded during the war but also
some of its own people in Okinawa, which hadn’t be returned from US occupation
until 1972.
Some of the things quite norm in other countries aren’t seen
in Japan, such as military forces, Self Defense Forces instead, respect for the
national flag, anthem, or veterans, and commitment to patriotism. In other
words, Japan is still dragging its feet from the last war.
Enjoy reading and learning about the reactions to the
not-so-unusual ceremony.
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