Japan marks a somber anniversary every year on August 15th to remember the end of World War II. While the war in Europe ended in May 1945, fighting against Japan continued until its surrender. The British and Commonwealth forces lost over 71,000 soldiers, including more than 12,000 who died in Japanese captivity.
The Allies had given Japan an ultimatum to surrender in July 1945, but Japan refused. The US dropped two atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, killing approximately 214,000 people. The Soviet Union joined the war against Japan later that year.
On August 15th, 1945, Japan finally surrendered, bringing an end to its involvement in World War II. This day is now commemorated as a “Memorial Day for the End of the War” in Japan, serving as a poignant reminder of the devastating consequences of the conflict.
Source: https://www.bbc.com/news/videos/c2djj1ygpkko