Unveiling of Painting Depicting Korean Massacre Evokes Remorse Among Japanese
Japanese people bow their heads in remorse as a painting depicting the brutal killings of Koreans during the aftermath of the Kanto earthquake is unveiled in Tokyo.
00:00:00 The 100th anniversary of the Kanto earthquake in Japan, which also marks the painful history of the massacre of Koreans. A recently revealed painting vividly depicts the brutal killings of Koreans by Japanese soldiers during the chaotic aftermath of the earthquake.
๐ September 1st marks the 100th anniversary of the Great Kanto earthquake in Japan.
๐ The day is also a painful reminder of the massacre of Koreans during the chaotic aftermath of the earthquake.
๐ผ๏ธ A recently revealed painting portrays the brutal violence inflicted on the Koreans during the disaster.
00:01:06 Japanese people bow their heads in remorse when the 14 minute painting of the massacre is released. The Tokyo governor's condolences were cut off in 2017 and the responsibility for the Korean massacre is denied by the Japanese government.
๐ฐ The Japanese government has failed to take responsibility for the massacre of Korean students during the Kanto earthquake.
๐ 6000 innocent Korean students were brutally killed by the military and vigilantes, based on false rumors of poisoning wells and starting fires.
๐ Recognizing and honoring the innocent sacrifice of Korean students 100 years ago is essential for reconciliation and healing.
00:02:10 Japanese people bow their heads when the painting is revealed in Tokyo.
Japanese people react to the release of a controversial painting.
The painting raises concerns and prompts reflection on Japan's history.
There is a mixed reaction among the Japanese population regarding the painting.
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