Key Facts
• August 9, 2025: Shigeru Ishiba spoke at Nagasaki Peace Memorial Ceremony.
• Marked 80 years since the atomic bombing of Nagasaki.
• Ishiba quoted Dr. Takashi Nagai’s words: “May Urakami be the last atomic wasteland.”
• Dr. Nagai, a physician and atomic bomb survivor, authored “The Bells of Nagasaki.”
• Ishiba emphasized preventing a repeat of Hiroshima and Nagasaki tragedies.
• August 6, 2025: Ishiba quoted poet Shinoe Shoda at Hiroshima Peace Memorial Ceremony.
• Shoda’s poem from “Sange” moved audiences, receiving praise on social media.
• Social media reactions praised Ishiba’s speech choices for their emotional resonance.
• Comments highlighted Ishiba’s ability to connect with younger generations.
• Dr. Nagai’s words were previously featured in NHK’s 2020 drama “Yell.”
Summary
Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba delivered a heartfelt speech at the Nagasaki Peace Memorial Ceremony on August 9, 2025, marking 80 years since the atomic bombing. He quoted Dr. Takashi Nagai, a physician and atomic bomb survivor, emphasizing the need to prevent such tragedies from recurring. Ishiba’s earlier speech in Hiroshima on August 6, where he cited poet Shinoe Shoda, also received widespread praise for its emotional depth. Social media users commended Ishiba’s choice of quotes, noting their ability to resonate with younger audiences and convey the sorrow of the past. Dr. Nagai’s words, featured in his book “The Bells of Nagasaki” and the 2020 NHK drama “Yell,” further underscored the importance of peace and remembrance.
