The first mosque in Fujisawa, Japan, which is actually a cultural center, will be larger than the nearby Shinto Shrine, which is actually three shrines. Protesters are attracting many sympathizers with their view. They see the mosque as an “act of provocation” against Japanese culture. The rapid growth of the Muslim population has created fear of losing their culture. The mosque has been approved, but residents continue to protest. According to …
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