China marks the 95th anniversary of the Mukden Incident and emphasizes its ceremonial significance as the day it regards as the beginning of Japanese aggression. There have been reports of moves within the Japanese community to guard against deteriorating sentiment toward Japan.
China regards the 1931 Mukden Incident as the event that triggered the Manchurian Incident and designates 18 September as a day of national humiliation. As it marks the 95th anniversary, the Chinese side is emphasizing its historical interpretation.
The Embassy of Japan in Beijing reportedly sent an advance alert email to Japanese nationals residing in China, warning that caution was necessary amid rising anti-Japanese sentiment. The Japanese community is consequently on alert over deteriorating sentiment toward Japan.