Many Japanese gathered in front of Japan's National Diet in Tokyo on Monday, the day marking the 88th anniversary of the start of China's resistance against Japanese aggression, urging the Japanese government to face up to history and reflect on the crime of aggression. Eighty-eight years ago, on that very day in July, Japanese troops attacked the Chinese garrison at Lugou Bridge, also known as Marco Polo Bridge, located in what is now the Fengtai District of Beijing, under the pretext of searching for a missing Japanese soldier. While Japan's aggression against China began as early as 1931, the July 7th Incident marked its escalation into a full-scale invasion and the start of China's nationwide resistance. Holding placards, participants condemned the crimes committed by Japanese militarists and called on everyone to cherish peace. Some participants also voiced concern over Japan's flawed approach to history education. Shotlist: Tokyo, Japan - July 7, 2025: 1. Various of rally in progress; participants; 2. SOUNDBITE (Japanese) rally participant (name not given): "Many people were killed by Japanese soldiers. As Japanese people, we must acknowledge this war and reflect over this."; 3. SOUNDBITE (Japanese) rally participant (name not given): "If war breaks out again, the suffering will last for decades or longer, maybe even forever. Living in this era, I still feel the lingering trauma of that war. Thus, we must prevent its recurrence and ensure that no one suffers the pain of war again. We must uphold this conviction, let more people accept it, and raise our voices."; 4. Rally participants; National Diet; 5. SOUNDBITE (Japanese) rally participant (name not given): "Japan's history education is superficial. This is unacceptable. We need a more rigorous and accurate education on history."; 6. SOUNDBITE (Japanese) rally participant (name not given): "Our generation should prioritize friendship between Japan and China, and must never repeat the mistakes of war."; 7. Rally participants; National Diet. [Restriction - No access Chinese mainland]