Japan war remembrance ceremony

A memorial ceremony was held in Tokyo on Tuesday to mark the 78th National Memorial Ceremony for the War Dead. Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako took part in the ceremony. Prime Minister Fumio Kishida reiterated Japan's pledge to never again repeat the devastation of war.

He says the push for peace will continue. The fighting stopped long ago, but the millions killed continue to be remembered. About 1,800 people attended the government's annual memorial ceremony. There was a bigger crowd this year now that coronavirus measures have been eased.

But some had to cancel due to the severe tropical storm ripping through the country's west. Events to mark the end of World War Two, remember the lives lost, and reflect on peace are being held throughout the day, across Japan.