Key Facts
• August 9: Kamiyama attended the 80th Nagasaki Peace Memorial Ceremony.
• Hours later, he delivered a street speech in Fukuoka amid heavy rain.
• Kamiyama criticized protesters disrupting the event with anti-racism slogans.
• He denied allegations of racism, stating, “We do not promote discrimination.”
• Kamiyama highlighted the party’s policies, including opposition to selective surnames.
• He proposed revisiting Japan’s history from the Meiji Restoration to WWII.
• Kamiyama emphasized Japan’s fight against colonialism and racial inequality.
• He referenced Japan’s 1919 proposal to abolish racial discrimination at the League of Nations.
• Supporters cheered his statements, while counter-protesters voiced opposition.
• Kamiyama concluded by urging support for his party’s anti-discrimination stance.
Summary
On August 9, Kamiyama, leader of the Sanseitō party, attended the Nagasaki Peace Memorial Ceremony before delivering a street speech in Fukuoka. Amid protests accusing his party of racism, Kamiyama passionately denied the claims, asserting that the party opposes discrimination and war. He highlighted Japan’s historical fight against colonialism and its 1919 proposal to abolish racial discrimination at the League of Nations. Kamiyama also outlined the party’s policies, including opposition to selective surnames and promoting accurate historical education. Despite counter-protests, his supporters applauded his statements. Kamiyama concluded by urging the public to support his party’s vision for a peaceful and inclusive Japan.
