The article investigates the current life of a male survivor of the Akihabara mass stabbing that occurred several years ago. Still battling with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), he shares his ongoing struggles in hopes of raising awareness about the long-lasting effects of such traumatic events on individuals and their lives. The survivor, expressing his bravery amidst his nightmare, presents the often overlooked face of PTSD in Japan.

In Japan, mental health is a topic often not openly discussed due to social stigma and this extends to PTSD. The survivor's experiences highlight the lasting trauma from such shocking incidents and raise questions about the accessibility and effectiveness of mental health services in Japan. His story invites the country to reconsider the way it approaches mental health and trauma recovery.

In comparison, the U.S. and EU also grapple with the stigma of mental health but are a bit more advanced in terms of openness about psychological disorders and the availability of support services. Awareness about PTSD and mental health problems due to violent incidents is increasing and getting more supportive responses.