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Japan's Sado mines included in UNESCO World Heritage List
Published on 15 Aug 2026
- On July 27, Japan's Sado gold mine was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site, recognizing its historical and cultural significance, including its role in World War II and the abuse of Korean laborers.
- The listing aims to address the dark aspects of the mine's history and improve diplomatic relations between Japan and South Korea, acknowledging the mine's past and its nearly 400 years of operation before closing in 1989.
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