Key Facts
• On November 2, Junichi Sasaki, 70, saved a teenage girl in Yokohama.
• The girl was attempting to jump from a footbridge railing at night.
• Sasaki noticed her crying and called out from a safe distance to calm her.
• He said, “Value your life; I’ll listen to you.”
• Nearby residents alerted police, who arrived and helped pull her to safety.
• The girl was unharmed and later reunited with her family.
• Sasaki, who was saved from drowning as a child, felt it was his turn to help.
• Days later, the girl and her mother visited the police station to express gratitude.
• She brought a thank-you letter and said, “I’ll keep trying my best.”
• On November 12, Sasaki received a commendation from the Isogo Police Station.
• Police Chief Hidekazu Furuyama praised Sasaki’s calm and courageous actions.
• Sasaki expressed hope the girl would one day help others in need.
Summary
Junichi Sasaki, a 70-year-old Yokohama resident, was honored for saving a teenage girl attempting to jump from a footbridge railing on November 2. Sasaki, who had been saved from drowning as a child, noticed the girl crying and acted calmly, calling out to her from a safe distance to prevent her from jumping. Nearby residents contacted the police, who assisted Sasaki in pulling the girl to safety. Days later, the girl and her mother visited the police station to thank Sasaki and the officers, delivering a heartfelt letter of gratitude. On November 12, Sasaki received a commendation for his bravery, with the police chief commending his quick thinking and courage. Sasaki expressed relief at saving the girl and hoped she would one day help others in need.
