My Via Dolorosa

Reflections from a Japanese Christian scholar illuminate the complex historical relationship between Japan and its Asian neighbors during the era of Imperialism and the Pacific War. The author shares insights gained from his annual teaching ministry in Asia, addressing theological motivations and historical perspectives. An appendix discusses the 2015 bilateral agreement between South Korea and Japan regarding "comfort women," highlighting the importance of Japan's acknowledgment of its wartime past, a matter that deeply affected the author during his visits and interactions with survivors.