Statement on Prime Minister Abe's December 26 Visit to Yasukuni Shrine | Press Release | Embassy of the United States Tokyo, JapanYou are in: News & Events > Press Releases > Statement on Prime Minister Abe's December 26 Visit to Yasukuni Shrine Statement on Prime Minister Abe's December 26 Visit to Yasukuni Shrine December 26, 2013 Japan is a valued ally and friend. Nevertheless, the United States is disappointed that Japan's leadership has taken an action that will exacerbate tensions with Japan's neighbors. The United St
