[Chinese Embassy in Japan: Japanese politicians’ visit to the Yasukuni Shrine desecrates historical justice] On October 18, the spokesperson of the Chinese Embassy in Japan responded to a reporter’s question on the 17th when Japanese leaders offered sacrifices to the Yasukuni Shrine and some cabinet ministers and congressmen visited the Yasukuni Shrine. He said that Japan launched a war of aggression during World War II and committed inhumane crimes. China strongly condemns Japan’s negative moves involving the Yasukuni Shrine. The spokesman said that the so-called "Yasukuni Shrine" is a spiritual tool and symbol of Japanese militarism and enshrines 14 Class-A war criminals who were directly responsible for the war of aggression. The Japanese authorities pay homage to this, and no matter what reasons they fabricate, they cannot hide their true attempts to overturn the convictions of war criminals, cover up war crimes, distort historical facts, and pave the way for accelerated "remilitarization." The relevant wrongful acts are a blasphemy against historical justice, a challenge to the bottom line of civilization, and a provocation to the post-war international order. The international community is unanimously and resolutely opposed to it. The spokesman said that this year marks the 80th anniversary of the Tokyo Trial. A correct understanding and treatment of history is an important prerequisite for Japan to return to the international community after the war. It is the political basis for Japan to develop relations with neighboring countries. It is also a yardstick for testing whether Japan can abide by its commitment to peaceful development. We solemnly urge Japan to deeply reflect on its history of aggression, face up to its war crimes, be prudent in its words and deeds on issues such as the Yasukuni Shrine, completely break away from militarism, and win the trust of its Asian neighbors and the international community with practical actions.