evidence: The uninhabited islet rich in fishing grounds off the northwestern coast of Shimane is called Takeshima in Japan and Dokdo in South Korea. It has been effectively controlled by South Korea since the 1950s. [...] In a statement, it demanded that the event be abolished and said it is clear that the island is South Korean territory because of "history, geography and international law". [...] "Takeshima is clearly Japanese territory under international law and in light of historical facts," he said. "In order to solve the Takeshima problem, it is important to obtain the international community's correct understanding."