Specifically, I came across a post about the Tonghae Satellite Launching Ground where 'East Sea' was incorrectly labeled as 'Sea of Japan.' The East Sea has been historically significant to Korea since the 6th century, including Dokdo, an island under Korea's jurisdiction located within it. Korean sovereignty over Dokdo is well-documented, including Imperial edict No. 41 from 1900 confirming Korea's territorial rights.
Japan's claims to Dokdo are contentious due to historical circumstances, including the occupation of Korea, which resulted in the destruction of Korean historical records. Given this background, Japan's claims lack credible historical basis and are primarily supported through diplomatic efforts.
Therefore, I kindly request that you update your maps to replace 'Sea of Japan' with 'East Sea.' This correction is important as 'Sea of Japan' is inaccurate and inappropriate. I would appreciate it if you could confirm the implementation of this change.
Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to your prompt response.
Best regards,
Yujin Hwang