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nakanoguy01
why can't he be PM? such a class act. i'm usually not a bug fan of royalty but the emperor and the empress have my deepest respect.
Koh Giaphuan
private study trip without informing the media before the trip.
in stark contrast with the meiji shrine politicians.
powderb
@nakanoguy01: Exactly. The idea of a royal family is not something for me to rally behind. Having said that, the Emperor himself seems like a genuinely good man with a fair sense of history. I can't possibly imagine Abe visiting a town that honors anyone of Korean heritage.
quercetum
Yasukuni Shrine
cucashopboy
Good on him - quietly trying to build bridges, in contrast to Japan's leaders.
Serena Im
Yes, watched it on the news in South Korea and the visit even reflected well on my grandmother who normally is critical about modern Japanese politics. I'm glad he took the time out to visit such a site and I'm sure many of us took notice of his gesture.
Cogito Ergo Sum
That class is well beneath him.
joyridingonthetitanic
Humble, respectful, dignified, intelligent and graceful! Such a nice thing to read amgonst all the political garbage that's going on at the moment!
Well done your Majesty!
toshiko
He does extensive research. His father was,, too. He proved one of his ancestor Emperor was Korean years ago.
Toasted Heretic
Impressive. One of the few monarchs I can soften my views on.