Elderly Thai woman discusses her memories with Japanese soldiers in WWII

Elderly Thai woman discusses her memories with Japanese soldiers in WWII

A 95-year-old Thai woman in Khun Yuam, northern Thailand, sheds tears when she talks about her good memories with Japanese soldiers during World War II, in February 2015. She said Japanese soldiers lent a hand with rice harvesting and taught her Japanese songs. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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