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Eighty years after Hiroshima, Japan urges the world to renounce nuclear weapons

On August 6, 2025, Japan commemorates the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima, with a record number of international representatives expected to attend a solemn ceremony calling for global nuclear disarmament. At 8:15 a.m. on August 6, 1945, the United States dropped an atomic bomb on......

Invitation to Trump: A Call for Peace and Nuclear Disarmament at the 80th Anniversary of Atomic Bombings

In a joint letter, the mayors of Hiroshima and Nagasaki have invited U.S. President Donald Trump to visit Japan for the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombings on both cities. The mayors urge him to attend and listen to the testimonies of hibakusha (the survivors of the bombings), learn about their desire......

Nomura Bank CEO Voluntarily Reduces Pay Following Employee Misconduct Incident

The CEO of Japan's largest investment bank, Nomura, has taken a significant step to address the fallout from a serious incident involving a former employee. Kentaro Okuda, who has been at the helm of Nomura since 2020, announced a voluntary 30% reduction in his salary over the next three months.......

Japanese Atomic Bomb Survivors Win Nobel Peace Prize

In a momentous recognition of their tireless advocacy against nuclear weapons, Nihon Hidankyo, a Japanese organization representing atomic bomb survivors, has been awarded the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize. The Norwegian Nobel Committee commended the group for its significant contributions to establishing the......

Commemorating Hiroshima: A Day of Remembrance and Reflection

In solemn remembrance of a pivotal moment in history, Hiroshima Day is observed annually on August 6. This day marks the anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima, Japan, in 1945, a tragic event that reshaped global consciousness and underscored the devastating power of nuclear weapons. The observance......