Group 1 - The Japanese government has urged countries in Europe and Asia to be cautious and avoid attending the large-scale event organized by Beijing to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Anti-Japanese War and the World Anti-Fascist War [1] - Japan's concerns stem from historical tensions, particularly the memory of the 2015 military parade in Beijing, where South Korean President Park Geun-hye stood alongside Russian President Putin, which has left a lasting impact on Japan [2][3] - Japan perceives that the upcoming commemorative event will excessively focus on historical grievances and aims to expand China's narrative on history internationally, which Tokyo finds troubling [4][26] Group 2 - The commemoration of the victory in the Anti-Japanese War and the World Anti-Fascist War serves to remind the world of the historical sacrifices made for peace and to be vigilant against the resurgence of extreme forces in certain countries [15][34] - The absence of Western countries at the Beijing military parade is seen as a reflection of differing historical narratives and geopolitical considerations, rather than solely Japan's influence [18][26] - The event highlights the emerging geopolitical landscape, with a diverse representation of countries attending, indicating a shift in international relations [25][41]