Takaichi sends offering to Yasukuni Shrine

Summary

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi sent a ritual offering to Yasukuni Shrine in Tokyo on Saturday, at the start of its three-day autumn festival. The South China Morning Post reports that a source close to Takaichi said she was unlikely to visit the shrine; The Japan Times also says she is expected to skip a visit during the festival, which runs through Monday.

Timeline

1. South China Morning Post

   17 Oct 2026, 00:33 UTCSource ↗

   The South China Morning Post reports that Takaichi sent a ritual offering to Yasukuni Shrine at the start of its autumn festival and was unlikely to visit, according to a source close to her.

2. The Japan Times

   17 Oct 2026, 06:06 UTCSource ↗

   The Japan Times reports that Takaichi made a ritual offering and is expected to skip a visit during the festival, which runs through Monday.