Koichi Kato, victim of arson, warns of 'dangerous' nationalism

Koichi Kato, victim of arson, warns of 'dangerous' nationalism

TOKYO, Japan - Veteran lawmaker Koichi Kato suggested in an interview with Kyodo News on Aug. 18 that signs of ''dangerous'' nationalism are increasing in Japan, referring to the arson attack on one of his houses on Aug. 15 following his criticism of Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi's visits to Yasukuni Shrine.

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