07/08/2026
August 6
This year, I once again attended the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Ceremony.
As someone born and raised in Hiroshima, August 6 is a special day for me. At 8:15 a.m., I joined the moment of silence in remembrance of those who lost their lives.
After the ceremony, I attended an English testimony by an A-bomb survivor, followed by a discussion with people from different countries and generations. It is always a meaningful experience.
This year marks 81 years since the atomic bombing of Hiroshima.
The average age of A-bomb survivors is now 86. The opportunity to hear their stories firsthand will not last forever.
There is something each of us can do.
The first step is to learn, to listen, and never forget.