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You have to figure as the generations that were most affected by Japanese rule have died and are dying off, the new people see it as a historical thing that isn

You have to figure as the generations that were most affected by Japanese rule have died and are dying off, the new people see it as a historical thing that isn’t relevant. Look at Europe for example - people hit over their ancestors grievances. The world turns and life goes on. People just want prosperity.

CameronNemo 5y ago
On the other hand, the scars of imperialism can be long lasting. One need only look at the legacy of the Holocaust (admittedly extreme example), or the colonization of north america. Time can help the SK-Japanese relationship, but healing does not come easily or freely. Especially when Japan still hesitates to apologize for its past atrocities inflicted against Korea or other former colonies.