The article unpacks the harrowing journey of an 8-year-old child from Hiroshima, who experienced the horrors of war and grappled with the belief that death was imminent, all because of the atomic bombing in WWII by which he lost all his hair due to the radiation exposure. Despite residing in the abyss of despair, his tenacity to survive and hope for a brighter future epitomized the Japanese spirit of resilience and the will to live.

In Japan, the experiences of the atomic bomb survivors, known as Hibakusha, have been an ongoing societal conversation, often to remind younger generations about the destruction of war and the importance of peace. The country places great emphasis on acknowledging these narratives as part of its historical legacy and unique national identity shaped by the dramatic and devastating events of WWII.

In the US or EU, narratives of war survivors also form important parts of their history, but the context differs. While they may focus on Holocaust survivors or veterans, Japan's focus on Hibakusha is unique because of the atomic bombings' distinctive consequences and scars the country still carries. However, in all regions, the stories aim to educate the generations about the importance of peace and resilience.