January 5th 2025.
Mr. Fukahori was a remarkable man who dedicated his life to promoting peace and advocating for the victims of the Nagasaki atomic bombing. He was a survivor of the horrific event that took place in 1945, and he used his experience to inspire others and spread a message of hope and unity.
Sadly, Mr. Fukahori passed away at the age of 93 in a hospital in Nagasaki. His passing was announced by the Urakami Catholic Church, where he was a beloved member. According to local media, he died of old age, surrounded by his loved ones.
In an interview with Japan's national broadcaster NHK in 2019, Mr. Fukahori shared his chilling memories of the bombing. He recalled hearing a voice calling for help and reaching out to offer assistance, only to witness the person's skin melting in his hands. This haunting experience stayed with him throughout his life, driving him to work towards a world free from violence and conflict.
One of Mr. Fukahori's main missions was to educate young people about the horrors of war and inspire them to carry on his legacy of peace. He often spoke at schools, urging students to take up "the baton of peace" and join him in his crusade for a better world.
The atomic bombing of Nagasaki and Hiroshima resulted in the deaths of approximately 246,000 people, making it the deadliest attack in history. The Urakami Catholic Church, where Mr. Fukahori was a faithful member, is located just 500 meters from the site where the bomb fell on August 9th. Today, this area is known as the Nagasaki Peace Park, a symbol of hope and peace with its surviving bell tower and statues.
At the time of the bombing, Mr. Fukahori was only 14 years old and working at a nearby shipyard. The devastation he witnessed and the loss of his family left him traumatized and unable to talk about it for many years. However, after meeting a man who had also experienced the bombing of Guernica during the Spanish Civil War, Mr. Fukahori found solace and the courage to speak out about his own experience.
In 2019, Mr. Fukahori had the honor of meeting Pope Francis during his visit to Nagasaki. He presented the pope with a wreath of white flowers, and the following year, he represented the bomb victims at a ceremony, where he made a solemn pledge for peace. He was determined to make Nagasaki the last place on earth where an atomic bomb would ever be dropped.
A funeral service will be held tomorrow at the Urakami Church, where Mr. Fukahori was a devoted member. His daughter will represent the family and carry on his legacy of peace and goodwill. Mr. Fukahori's passing is a loss to the world, but his unwavering dedication to promoting peace will continue to inspire future generations. May he rest in peace.
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