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Japan PM Takaichi avoids clear nuclear policy pledge at Hiroshima

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi marked Hiroshima's 81st atomic bombing anniversary without explicitly reaffirming Japan's non-nuclear principles, as 128 local assemblies urged her to do so.

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Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi marked the 81st anniversary of the Hiroshima atomic bombing without explicitly reaffirming the country's non-nuclear principles. At least 128 local assemblies across 36 prefectures have urged the government to uphold the Three Non-Nuclear Principles since Takaichi took office.

Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi marked the 81st anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima on August 6, 2026.4,3 Takaichi did not explicitly pledge to maintain Japan's non-nuclear principles during a press conference following the memorial ceremony.4 Takaichi stated the government "is upholding" Japan's long-held non-nuclear policy without making a clear commitment.4

The atomic bombing of Hiroshima on August 6, 1945, killed an estimated 140,000 people by the end of that year.3 A second atomic bomb was dropped on Nagasaki three days later, killing an estimated 74,000 people by the end of 1945.3 Since Takaichi took office in October 2025, at least 128 local assemblies from 36 prefectures have submitted written opinions to Japan's parliament urging adherence to the Three Non-Nuclear Principles.2

The 128 local assembly petitions mark a record high for statements calling for the Three Non-Nuclear Principles.2 Survivors and activists warned against Japan's military buildup during the Hiroshima anniversary, citing risks to pacifism.1

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  • The Three Non-Nuclear Principles are Japan's official policy of not possessing, producing, or permitting the introduction of nuclear weapons into the country.2

  • Japan's pacifist constitution, adopted after World War II, renounces war and prohibits maintaining land, sea, and air forces for offensive purposes.1

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