社会｜震災から31年、募る思い / Society | 31 Years Since the Earthquake: Growing Sentiments

Summary

Now, 31 years after the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake, the Kobe couple who lost their sons, aged 3 and 1, still feel an unhealed sense of loneliness in their hearts.

During the memorial prayers held on the 17th, they expressed their thoughts about their lost family and vowed, “We will never forget.” How to pass on the memories and lessons of the earthquake remains a challenge for society as a whole.

Dialogue

This dialogue is fictional and based on the article.

Chako: Wow! Is it true that such events really happen!?
Log: Yes, the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake had a profound impact. The feelings of those who lost their families are beyond measure.
Chako: It’s really heartbreaking that even after 31 years, they can’t forget.
Log: I think one of the challenges for our society now is how to convey the memories of those lost in the disaster.
Navi: Absolutely. Preparing for earthquakes and sharing the memories of the disaster is important for the future.
Chako: We really need to cherish those memories together!

Admin’s Note

It has been 31 years since the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake, and I am once again reminded that many people are still affected by its impact. In particular, the feelings of those who lost family members remain unchanged, even after all this time. Through this article, I felt it is important to consider how we can pass on the memories of the disaster to the next generation. In an era where disaster preparedness education in communities and schools is increasingly needed, we too must raise our awareness on this issue.