Japan Faces Largest Protest Against Constitutional Revisions Amid PM Takaichi's Push
Japan is witnessing its largest protest in support of maintaining its pacifist constitution as Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi advocates for revisions. During an official visit to Vietnam, Takaichi called for 'advanced discussions' on updating the constitution, originally drafted by US occupation forces after World War II. The proposed changes focus on Article 9, which prohibits Japan from using military force to settle international disputes. Takaichi argues that the constitution should reflect current security threats from North Korea and China. However, the public remains divided, with recent polls showing varying levels of support for constitutional amendments. On Constitutional Memorial Day, approximately 50,000 people gathered in Tokyo to oppose the changes, emphasizing the constitution's role in maintaining peace and stability. 
