Key Facts
• 1945: Atomic bomb dropped on Nagasaki; Fumi Takeshita, then 3, became a survivor.
• 1987: Takeshita began peace activism after visiting Okinawa war sites.
• 2024: Diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer, with metastasis to the pelvis.
• 2025: At 83, continues peace efforts despite health struggles.
• Takeshita is an “entry survivor,” exposed to radiation five days post-bombing.
• Advocates for preserving bomb artifacts and educating children on nuclear dangers.
• Faces ongoing health issues, including thyroid and skin cancer, linked to radiation.
• Participates in anti-nuclear protests, emphasizing the need for a war-free world.
• Takeshita donates bomb relics to schools, urging children to learn from history.
• Her cancer has shrunk due to treatment, but she prepares for life’s end.
Summary
Fumi Takeshita, an 83-year-old Nagasaki atomic bomb survivor, continues her peace activism despite battling stage 4 lung cancer. Diagnosed in 2024, she initially considered halting her efforts but found renewed purpose in sharing her experiences. Takeshita, exposed to radiation as an “entry survivor,” has faced lifelong health challenges, including thyroid and skin cancer. Her activism began in 1987 after visiting Okinawa war sites, leading her to preserve bomb relics and educate children on nuclear dangers. Despite physical struggles, she participates in anti-nuclear protests, advocating for a world free of war and nuclear weapons. Takeshita’s cancer has shown signs of improvement, but she is preparing for the end of her life while ensuring Nagasaki’s memories and lessons endure.
