JAPAN – In 1945, the United States dropped atomic bombs over the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, killing over 200,000 people. The bombings had caused devastating impact on the entire nation and the minds of Japanese people. The incident led to the formation of “Hibakusha,” the group of 107,000 atomic bomb survivors. They established the organization called Japan Confederation of A- and H-Bomb Sufferers’ Organizations, which helps those affected by the bombs and advocates nuclear disarmament. The group traveled around the world to share the horrific experiences and damages caused by nuclear weapons to raise awareness. Last year, it was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize after 68 years of tireless campaigns.
“The extraordinary efforts of Nihon Hidankyo and other representatives of the Hibakusha have contributed greatly to the establishment of the nuclear taboo,” said The Nobel Peace Prize Committee.
