Key Facts
• In 2016, a 7-year-old boy, Kenshin, was fatally struck by a truck.
• The accident occurred on a crosswalk with a green light in Okayama.
• His mother, Kaori Takada, now gives lectures on traffic safety.
• She spoke at a school in Bizen City, wearing a sailor uniform to connect with children.
• Takada emphasizes the importance of “self-protection” and risk awareness.
• Students expressed fear of accidents and pledged to follow traffic rules.
• Takada aims to achieve zero traffic accident victims through her advocacy.
Summary
Kaori Takada, who lost her 7-year-old son Kenshin in a traffic accident in 2016, is dedicated to promoting road safety. Kenshin was struck by a turning truck while crossing a green-lit crosswalk. To prevent similar tragedies, Takada delivers lectures nationwide, including a recent one at a school in Bizen City, Okayama. She encourages children to adopt a strong sense of self-protection and develop risk awareness. Students who attended her talk expressed a renewed commitment to traffic safety. Takada remains steadfast in her mission to eliminate traffic accident victims.
