Kyoto Animation to remove altar for victims 1 month after attack

Kyoto Animation Co. said Monday it will remove later this month an altar set up near its studio for the victims of the deadly arson attack in July.The company will accept flowers, messages and other tributes at the temporary stand until next Sunday. It was set up two days after the July 18 attack, in which 35 people were killed and dozens of others injured.Along with the notice of the removal on its website, the company also expressed its gratitude for encouragement and support from people around the world.Related coverage:Suspected anime studio arsonist recovering from burnsREAD FULL ARTICLE