A young girl in Japan has been gravely injured after she fell while walking and was subsequently struck by a car. The incident happened yesterday, exact location not disclosed in the report. The child is fighting for her life in hospital. Authorities are investigating the cause of the girl's initial collapse and the circumstances surrounding the accident.

In Japan, safety is highly valued, particularly when it involves children. As a country with vast foot traffic, pedestrian safety is of utmost concern. Incidents like this one are taken very seriously, are rigorously investigated, and often prompt discussions about enhancing public measures for safety.

Much like in the EU or the US, road safety, particularly regarding children, is a significant concern. In such incidents, investigations would typically be carried out by law enforcement to understand circumstances leading to the accident. Unlike Japan, where the focus is often on group responsibility and societal measures, Western countries may focus more on individual liability.