All the below links and tweets are in English.
今日は実はあまり長い時間をかけて調べていません。「Japan August war」や「#WWII75」と入れてツイッター検索上出て来たものに、研究機関のツイート数件（広島・長崎関連）を付け加えたのみです。
Today, hosestly, I did not take a long time to check this topic. What I did were just to check out the result of the search on Twitter for keywords “Japan August war” or “#WWII75” and to add several tweets (regarding Hiroshima and Nagasaki) by two academic organizations.
cf. 戦没者を追悼し平和を祈念する日 The day for mourning of war dead and praying for peace
75 years ago, on #ThisDayInHistory, Japan had surrendered unconditionally to the Allies, effectively ending World War II. Since then, both August 14 and August 15 have marked the anniversary of celebrations of the Allied victory. For more background, visit https://t.co/r5PD0gy5lD pic.twitter.com/IuacSq813h
— HISTORY (@HISTORY) August 14, 2020
ON THIS DAY: Crowds gathered in New York City and around the country to celebrate on August 14, 1945, as then President Truman announced the official surrender of Japan and the end of World War II. https://t.co/5UklEaZnO8 pic.twitter.com/AJqNjAXpC8
— ABC News (@ABC) August 14, 2020
ON THIS DAY: Crowds gathered in New York City and around the country to celebrate on August 14, 1945, as then President Truman announced the official surrender of Japan and the end of World War II. https://t.co/8cq6OJutal pic.twitter.com/5HVR8WdJo1
— World News Tonight (@ABCWorldNews) August 14, 2020
15 August 2020 marks the 75th anniversary of Victory over Japan and the final end of the Second World War. We reflect upon and commemorate the sacrifices and suffering of all those who fought in the Far East, to ensure their efforts for our freedoms are #NeverForgotten. #VJDay75 pic.twitter.com/h4fP1S9XwD
— SSAFA (@SSAFA) August 13, 2020
#OnThisDay August 14, 1945 75 years ago President Harry Truman announced the unconditional surrender of Japan, ending the war in the Pacific.#75thAnniversary #WWII #USMC #USNavy #USCG #USArmy pic.twitter.com/AZ0ung2OsC
— Buck Miller (1921-2018) (@usmc1940) August 14, 2020
August 14, 1945, the day news broke of Japanese forces' surrender in World War II, is known as the unofficial Victory in Japan Day, or #VJDay.
U.S. Army medic Henry T. Chamberlain was still held as prisoner of war when the news reached him. His story: https://t.co/LECm1o2JP4
— National Museum of American History (@amhistorymuseum) August 14, 2020
On August 14, 1945, President Truman announced Japan had surrendered, thus bringing World War II to a close. @mental_floss describes events that led up to that historic moment 75 years ago. https://t.co/nSsaUOKkrx
— TAPS (@TAPSorg) August 14, 2020
#OTD August 14, 1945, the war between the United States and Japan ended, marking the end of World War II.#scotushistory#VJDay
The Society published the lectures from the 1995 lecture series on the Court and World War II here:https://t.co/wAcS2ny4BR pic.twitter.com/n1RfN84vUz
— Supreme Court Historical Society (@SCHSociety) August 14, 2020
14 Aug 1945: At noon #Japan Standard Time on August 15, though August 14 in the U.S, #Emperor Hirohito accepts the terms of the #Potsdam Declaration and surrenders to the Allies, ending World War II. #WWII #WW2 #history #HistoryMatters #ad https://t.co/GrA9U2zjLx pic.twitter.com/n3P1OI8kXn
— Today In History (@URDailyHistory) August 15, 2020
14 Aug 1945: At noon #Japan Standard Time on August 15, though August 14 in the U.S, Emperor #Hirohito accepts the terms of the Potsdam Declaration and surrenders to the Allies, ending World War II. #WWII #WW2 #history #HistoryMatters #ad https://t.co/GrA9U2zjLx pic.twitter.com/YL2jSQrn57
— Today In History (@URDailyHistory) August 14, 2020
https://twitter.com/agreatbigcity/status/1294386613183827975
75 years ago today, Japan agreed to surrender to the United States, signaling the end of WWII. As we commemorate V-J Day, we remember all those who placed their lives on hold to go and fight for freedom and the American people. #VJDay75 #WWII75 pic.twitter.com/MQXU7SEqVJ
— U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (@SenHydeSmith) August 14, 2020
Proud of the crew aboard #USSEssex for their role in delivering the “Warbirds” of WWII to Pearl Harbor. Essex delivered these aircraft in preparation for the celebration of @75thwwii, Aug. 29 – Sept. 2. #WWII75 #wwii2020 #NavalHistory https://t.co/lmr2qpFANL
— USNavyCNO (@USNavyCNO) August 12, 2020
The offload of historic #warbirds transported to Pearl Harbor by #USNavy amphibious assault ship #USSEssex continues ahead of the 75th Commemoration of the End of WWII. #WWII75 #WWII2020 @JointBasePHH pic.twitter.com/6OIQpvSexV
— U.S. Pacific Fleet (@USPacificFleet) August 12, 2020
The station newspaper of NAS Ford Island, an installation that was strafed and bombed by Japanese aircraft during the Pearl Harbor attack, proclaims the announcement of the Japanese surrender. #WWII75 pic.twitter.com/8OwRXxB7H9
— NavalAviationMuseum (@NavalMuseum) August 14, 2020
Message from Secretary of the Navy James V. Forrestal on the occasion of V-J Day. #WWII75 pic.twitter.com/fvXjcV16cL
— NavalAviationMuseum (@NavalMuseum) August 14, 2020
On board USS Randolph (CV 15) operating off Japan, LT Richard T. Williams, MC, wrote how the hopes of impending peace gave way to the return to the realities of war. #WWII75 pic.twitter.com/he1DSKoXvm
— NavalAviationMuseum (@NavalMuseum) August 13, 2020
In commemoration of the 75th anniversary of World War II and the conclusion of war in the Pacific theater of operations, Director Sam Cox's H-Gram 051 covers some of the final sacrifices made by @USNavy personnel in July and August 1945. #WWII75
More:https://t.co/1rk3xCGCeT pic.twitter.com/E5wwGaK7Rb
— U.S. Naval History (@USNHistory) August 9, 2020
#OTD – August 9, 1945 – The second U.S. atomic bomb is dropped on the large port city of Nagasaki, in Kyushu. On August 15, 1945, the Empire of Japan conceded to an unconditional surrender. #WWII75 #WWII
More at:https://t.co/7sPRA1JWpd pic.twitter.com/b6a3OuTL8J
— U.S. Naval History (@USNHistory) August 9, 2020
Peace Proclaimed!
Today in 1945, millions of Americans flooded the streets when they learned of Japan’s surrender. On Sept. 2, Japan formally surrendered aboard the @USNavy's USS Missouri, ending the War in the Pacific. #WWII75 pic.twitter.com/ZL1s3YbXNK
— U.S. Marines (@USMC) August 14, 2020
#OTD in 1945 at 1131 General Geiger learned that the last Japanese tanks had been destroyed and declared that all organized resistance on Guam had ended. It was a great day for the Guamanians, the island was theirs again. #WWII75 #SemperFidelis #FreeandOpenIndoPacific. pic.twitter.com/YKRo7zUAFT
— U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (@INDOPACOM) August 10, 2020
Japan surrendered 75 years ago today (#OTD in 1945), ending #WWII. Today it's commemorated as #VJDay. Seen here: Bremerton's @PSNSandIMF #OTD in 1945. #VJDay75 #WWII75 #WorldWarII pic.twitter.com/qSyGqPPCZQ
— PugetSoundNavyMuseum (@PSNavyMuseum) August 14, 2020
https://twitter.com/DeptofDefense/status/1291871745545138176
Tomorrow is the 75th anniversary of #VJDay and the end of #WWII. During celebrations in Times Square, a kiss between a sailor and a nurse would become one of the iconic photos of the 20th century. We interviewed that sailor, George Mendonsa. Watch! #WWII75 https://t.co/bEJ2CZ66af pic.twitter.com/A2L1yIhglu
— American Veterans Center (@AVCupdate) August 13, 2020
#tdih 1945, an announcement from the Imperial Palace confirms the unconditional surrender of the Japanese Empire. #WWII75 pic.twitter.com/EfCrxLQsJD
— National Army Museum (@NatlArmyMuseum) August 14, 2020
Seventy-five years ago today, on 15 August 1945, Prime Minister Ben Chifley addressed the nation that the Second World War was over. #VPDay75
Image: Sister M Flower and Private A Emerson listening to the broadcast of the surrender of Japan. Concord, NSW. 1945-08-15. 113041 pic.twitter.com/6gqq1Mbaab
— Aust War Memorial (@AWMemorial) August 14, 2020
Tomorrow marks #VJDay75, 75 years since peace was won in the Far East, and the Second World War ended.
This photo from 15 August 1945 shows service personnel and civilians outside Downing Street waiting for confirmation from the Prime Minister that the war in Japan is over. pic.twitter.com/DVZHKOboBM
— UK Prime Minister (@10DowningStreet) August 14, 2020
Next Saturday (15 August) marks 75 years since Victory in Japan (VJ) Day when the Second World War finally came to an end in Japan. Residents across the city are encouraged to mark the 75th anniversary of VJ Day from the comfort of their own homes.https://t.co/Zvsk7TGNxj
— Leeds Council News (@LeedsCC_News) August 7, 2020
VJ Day | On 15 August, the county will mark the end of the Second World War and peace in Japan 75 years ago. Find out more about how Her Majesty's Lord Lieutenant of Herefordshire will be leading the tributes in the County: https://t.co/ogGPxIlGzq pic.twitter.com/MZoO4Lzwnv
— HerefordshireCouncil (@HfdsCouncil) August 14, 2020
We will be commemorating the 75th anniversary of Victory over Japan (VJ Day) by holding a wreath laying ceremony at Sale War Memorial on Saturday 15 August.
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— Trafford Council (@TraffordCouncil) August 12, 2020
The 75th anniversary of VJ Day (Victory over Japan) will be recognised this Saturday 15 August 2020, commemorating the end of the Second World War. pic.twitter.com/Lso03HU3fs
— Essex County Council (@Essex_CC) August 14, 2020
75th anniversary of VJ Day (Victory over Japan) will be recognised on 15 August 2020 commemorating the end of the Second World War. There are lots of ideas for how to get involved, make your own bunting/posters & learn about your family history #VJDAY75https://t.co/UN1afRSgpE pic.twitter.com/HnL31xv4Yv
— EalingCouncil (@EalingCouncil) August 8, 2020
Saturday 15 August marks 75 years since VJ Day when the Second World War came to an end in Japan. The Mayor of Barnsley will share a virtual speech of remembrance to pay tribute to the heroes who gave their lives for their country. https://t.co/SoUg0F9nRd. #VJDay75 pic.twitter.com/CI0FFPTR9n
— Barnsley Council (@BarnsleyCouncil) August 13, 2020
This Saturday (15 August) is the 75th anniversary of VJ Day (Victory over Japan), commemorating the end of the Second World War.
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— North Somerset Council (@NorthSomersetC) August 12, 2020
15 August commemorates the 75th anniversary of #VJDay (Victory over Japan) and the end of the Second World War. While we can't come together in the usual ways, there are lots of things you can do from home and online on the day!
Visit https://t.co/Y4SdeeE62K to find out more! pic.twitter.com/LpghNQs1fH
— BCP Council #EnjoySummerSafely (@BCPCouncil) August 10, 2020
15 August 2020 ~75th anniversary of VJ Day ~ marking both the surrender of Japan and the end of the Second World War @bridtowncouncil remember & recognise all who served & sacrificed in the Far East & ultimately brought an end to the Second World War #VJDay75 #lestweforget pic.twitter.com/7hwIhStU9F
— Brid Town Council (@bridtowncouncil) August 15, 2020
#VJDay75 (Victory over Japan) will be recognised on 15 August 2020 commemorating the end of the Second World War. Find a range of worksheets to print and colour https://t.co/KYGprK6Yf0. Send us your coloured in pictures and we will share as may as possible on the 15 August. pic.twitter.com/510qz57514
— Three Rivers Council (@ThreeRiversDC) August 12, 2020
August 15 commemorates the 75th anniversary of #VJDay (Victory over Japan) and the end of the Second World War.
While we can't come together in the usual ways, there are lots of things you can do from home and online on the day!
Visit https://t.co/xWBFvN9Lsj to find out more! pic.twitter.com/fQKc7hnNMJ
— Maldon District Council (@MaldonDC) August 11, 2020
VJ (Victory over Japan) Day, 15 August 1945 marked the day on which Japan surrendered bringing an end to nearly six years of war in the far east.
To read the full article and to find out how you can get involved to celebrate VJ day visit:https://t.co/aulh0sYtb2#VJDay75 pic.twitter.com/dQNuWb3AjX
— GuildfordBC (@GuildfordBC) August 11, 2020
Today marks 75 years since the surrender of Japan to the Allies on 15 August 1945 after 6 yrs of war for Britain. Today nations from across the world join to pay tribute to all who served in the Far East, among whose Veterans include Captain Sir Tom Moore #VJDay75 #NeverForgotten pic.twitter.com/Dtc7KhbB9k
— Merseyside Wing (@MerseysideWing) August 15, 2020
https://twitter.com/nottm_events/status/1293908002592813059
https://twitter.com/FonACarTaxis/status/1293928591118479361
Events are underway to mark the 75th anniversary of VJ Day.#Japan surrendered on 15th August, 1945 – signalling the end of the Second World War.
Pirate FM will be joining in observing a 2 minute silence at 11am.#VJDay
— Cornwall's Pirate FM (@piratefm) August 15, 2020
Victory over Japan Day (VJ Day) marks the day Japan surrendered on the 15 August 1945, which in effect ended the Second World War.
Join us in a two minute silence at 11am on 15 August to commemorate 75 years since VJ Day #VJDay75
https://t.co/MAcOvFrbha pic.twitter.com/HxDJmhvCp7
— Wolves College (@wolvcoll) August 14, 2020
On Sat 15 August, we will commemorate #VJDay75 with an online programme.
As a tribute to those who fought and died in the war in Japan, we have created a programme of online activity. Join us on Facebook on Saturday for #VE75ANBorough.
Get more info: https://t.co/jBUF7GCtoj pic.twitter.com/51QYhsgRgw
— Antrim & Newtownabbey Borough Council (@ANBorough) August 10, 2020
The 75th anniversary of VJ Day (Victory over Japan) will be recognised on 15 August 2020 commemorating the end of the Second World War. Watch the commemorative film ‘VJ Day 75 Then and Now’ tomorrow, on our Facebook page from 10am #VJ75 #ThenAndNow #WW2 pic.twitter.com/3Ds0bLgUnl
— Gateshead Libraries (@GatesheadLibs) August 14, 2020
On August 14, 1945, it was announced that Japan had surrendered unconditionally to the Allies, effectively ending World War II. Since then, both August 14 and August 15 have been known as “Victoryover Japan Day,” or simply “V-J Day.” https://t.co/yN7wA1yEIM
— Freedom Foundation (@FreedomFdtn) August 14, 2020
Community was the keyword on VJ Day – August 15, 1945 – when the Second World War came to an end after six long years#VJDay #VJDay75 https://t.co/BQtrw7g3Ff
— Glossop Chronicle (@newsinglossop) August 15, 2020
On 15th August 1945 Victory over Japan came at a heavy price. Today Erskine remembers and recognises all those who served and sacrificed in the Far East and ultimately brought an end to the Second World War. #proudtocare #VJDay75 @LegionScotland @IanCMBE pic.twitter.com/T08x7jQx02
— Erskine (@Erskine1916) August 15, 2020
The 14 August marks the 75th Anniversary of Japan's surrender during World War Two (1939-1945). The surrender was announced on 15 August, with allied nations celebrating VJ Day and the end of the war on the same day. https://t.co/JfdHxwqMMD pic.twitter.com/MZUpPPYmD0
— British Pathé (@BritishPathe) August 14, 2020
https://twitter.com/BritComMil/status/1294482180354129923
15 August 2020 is the 75th anniversary of VJ Day, marking both the surrender of Japan and the end of the Second World War.
Join us at the VSC for a VJ Day celebration lunch. https://t.co/fbjiHfEch7 pic.twitter.com/AJJrlyArQn
— Victory Services Club (@VictoryServices) August 13, 2020
The 15th of August marks 75 Years since the official end of the Second World War. Commemorate Victory in Japan day with Sea Cadets, click here for your pack: https://t.co/o0Sqq2ur1F#VJDay75 #VJDay #SeaCadetsVJDay pic.twitter.com/WcRFosrbKQ
— Sea Cadets (@SeaCadetsUK) August 12, 2020
On Saturday 15 August we shall mark the 75th anniversary of VJ (Victory over Japan) Day. This VJ Day we want to say thank you to all those who served in the Far East during the Second World War. Share your own tribute, here: https://t.co/vvmO1MNVG0 #WeAreCWGC #VJDay #VJDay75 #WW2 pic.twitter.com/tDQ7gJ8WcZ
— CommonwealthWarGraves (@CWGC) August 10, 2020
1.The exact reason for choosing 15th August is not entirely known,(some say Mountbatten himself chose it to commemorate the surrender of Japan & End of World War-2)it was deemed inauspicious by Indian astrologers.Mountbatten was hellbent on not shifting the dates#IndependenceDay pic.twitter.com/wyUV4AG4JQ
— Shivasis Mohanty (@ImShivasis) August 14, 2020
The date of August 15 marked two years to the day when Japan had surrendered, ending World War II. Lord Mountbatten, long known in the British Admiralty as the 'Master of Disaster', served as Supreme Allied Commander, South East Asia Command, at the time. pic.twitter.com/n2Q5sCjZ6l
— Nexus Consulting (@funwithfundas) August 15, 2020
On August 14 1945 Japan surrenders to the Allied forces ending World War Two. August 15 is proclaimed Victory over Japan day. The most brutal war in history is over. pic.twitter.com/3ITH0re8Rf
— WGSBHistory (@WGSB_History) August 14, 2020
— WGSBHistory (@WGSB_History) August 15, 2020
Count down 5 days to go until VJ Day 75. On the 15th August, the Nation and other countries around the world will be commemorating Victory over Japan 75 years ago at the end of World War Two. You can find out more on our website. https://t.co/apASZBImaL#VJDay75 #Gurkhas #WW2 pic.twitter.com/3uHUwfCDs0
— Gurkha Brigade (@Gurkha_Brigade) August 11, 2020
On the 15th August, the Nation and other countries around the world will be commemorating Victory over Japan 75 years ago at the end of World War Two. You can find out more on our website. https://t.co/apASZBImaL #VJDay75 #Gurkhas #WW2 pic.twitter.com/YZ0GCWijVo
— Gurkha Brigade (@Gurkha_Brigade) August 10, 2020
Over the coming week, we will be leading up to the commemoration of Victory over Japan 75 years ago on the 15th August 2020 remembering the many thousands who lost their lives in World War Two across Asia. #VJ75 #Gurkhas #Nepal pic.twitter.com/Cfi9ErQqbI
— Gurkha Brigade (@Gurkha_Brigade) August 7, 2020
#OnThisDate August 14, 1945
Japan unconditionally surrenders to the Allies. The Second World War is over. https://t.co/4sDwmXx8Go pic.twitter.com/gAo4rNCuRz— Legion Magazine (@Legion_Magazine) August 14, 2020
August 15 marks the 75th anniversary of Victory over Japan (V J) Day and the end of World War II. More than 10.000 Canadians fought in the Asia Pacific theatre. We will never forget their sacrifices and their bravery. pic.twitter.com/zAwpnEYBD2
— Earl Dreeshen (@earl_dreeshen) August 14, 2020
Another year, another August. As we approach the 75th anniversary of the end of the Asia-Pacific War, I expect many more articles like this that highlight "unresolved issues" that bedevil Japan's relations with its neighbors. https://t.co/KYdjR0pxjQ
— Jeremy Yellen (@jeremyyellen) August 14, 2020
But right as Sato came in, Molotov cut him off and read him a statement, explaining that: "the Soviet Government declares that as of tomorrow, that is, as of August 9, the Soviet Union will consider itself in a state of war with Japan." Sato was stunned and dejected.
— Alex Wellerstein (@wellerstein) August 8, 2020
https://twitter.com/mfa_russia/status/1292165556204961792
Rose Gottemoeller on the history and current state of nuclear disarmament: https://t.co/JgbwIWzEwS
— Hoover Institution (@HooverInst) August 7, 2020
"We need to make sure that the global population understands the gravity of the nuclear threat and we do everything we can to reduce the risks of that threat," says @HooverInst Distinguished Fellow George Shultz. https://t.co/NRx7xfsw9R
— Hoover Institution (@HooverInst) August 6, 2020
The bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki left behind a legacy of death and destruction, @HerzogSM said. "It is important to reflect upon the stories of the hibakusha—survivors of the atomic bombings—and remember why these deadly weapons must be eliminated." https://t.co/LQZfp9MQvD
— Belfer Center (@BelferCenter) August 7, 2020
"President Trump’s irresponsible approach to nuclear weapons has increased, not decreased, the dangers of nuclear proliferation and nuclear war," said Matthew Bunn of @ManagingtheAtom. #nuclear https://t.co/sgYxdDMSq8
— Belfer Center (@BelferCenter) August 7, 2020
Remembering #Hiroshima & listening to stories of #nuclear survivors is more important than ever, @RDavisGibbons writes: "Only with an understanding of these weapons and their effects can we have a much-needed public debate about their role in our society." https://t.co/z07SgADc3D
— Belfer Center (@BelferCenter) August 6, 2020
On the 75th anniversary of the bombing of #Hiroshima, @RDavisGibbons and I write for @monkeycageblog @washingtonpost on the status of #nuclear #disarmament efforts and U.S. and Japanese public opinion on the #nuclearban. https://t.co/i8SMbwJeiz
— Stephen Herzog (@HerzogSM) August 6, 2020
