Silverpoint
後輩
- 17 Jul 2005
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I admit I hadn't read his speech at the Hiroshima Memorial Ceremony until today. The important part as far as reflecting on Japan's past is as follows:
"In the past, Japan, through its colonial rule and aggression, caused tremendous damage and suffering to the people of many countries, particularly to those of Asian nations. Sincerely facing these facts of history, I once again express my feelings of deep remorse and heartfelt apology, and also express the feelings of mourning for all victims, both at home and abroad, in the war. I am determined not to allow the lessons of that horrible war to erode, and to contribute to the peace and prosperity of the world without ever again waging a war."
There some fairly significant words in there, and he uses the words "heartfelt apology". So, is this acceptable as the apology people have been waiting for. If not, exactly what is required?
"In the past, Japan, through its colonial rule and aggression, caused tremendous damage and suffering to the people of many countries, particularly to those of Asian nations. Sincerely facing these facts of history, I once again express my feelings of deep remorse and heartfelt apology, and also express the feelings of mourning for all victims, both at home and abroad, in the war. I am determined not to allow the lessons of that horrible war to erode, and to contribute to the peace and prosperity of the world without ever again waging a war."
There some fairly significant words in there, and he uses the words "heartfelt apology". So, is this acceptable as the apology people have been waiting for. If not, exactly what is required?