North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's sister, Kim Yo Jong, rejected the idea of a summit with Japan, denouncing Tokyo's lack of courage to take the first step towards better relations. Kim Yo Jong emphasized that the DPRK-Japan summit is not a concern to North Korea, responding to Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's expressed intention to meet with Kim Jong Un. She criticized Japan's approach, stating that Tokyo lacks the courage necessary for diplomatic progress. This rejection signifies a setback in potential diplomatic efforts between North Korea and Japan.