Hiroshi Kajiyama, chair of the Liberal Democratic Party General Council, visited Yasukuni Shrine during its autumn festival, becoming the second minister to do so recently. Kajiyama made a ritual cash offering on behalf of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. The Yasukuni Shrine is a source of diplomatic tension, particularly with China and South Korea, as it honors convicted war criminals alongside those who died during wartime. These visits by high-ranking Japanese officials are often seen as insensitive by neighboring countries. The timing of the visit, during the shrine’s autumn festival, is likely to further exacerbate existing tensions. This action follows a similar visit by another minister, continuing a pattern that has drawn international criticism. The Prime Minister’s offering through Kajiyama signifies continued support despite regional concerns.