Japan's leaders are questioning its long-held pacifist stance on nuclear weapons. This debate arises as regional neighbors increase their military capabilities significantly. Doubts about the United States' reliability as an ally also fuel this discussion. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has avoided clarifying her position on the non-nuclear principles. Survivors of the atomic bombings express concern over the shift towards military focus.

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Japan nuclear debate unnerves proponents of pacifism