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Japan bans military cosplay at key war shrine ahead of second world war anniversary

International EN 13 Aug 2026, 08:17 Source: The Guardian

Ban at Yasukuni shrine comes amid increasing visits by nationalist groups appearing in military style dressTokyo’s controversial Yasukuni shrine is banning military cosplay on its grounds, after the site become a focal point for displays by ultra-nationalist groups, often dressed...

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