The feelings of the parents of a 13-year-old boy who died suddenly after receiving the COVID-19 vaccine. The regret that remains and new worries.
A couple from Kamakura City, Kanagawa Prefecture. Four and a half years ago, their son passed away at the age of 13.
« If he were healthy, he would be a high school senior this year. He might have been almost as tall as his father. »
« He probably would have grown tall. »
« When his classmates come to visit, seeing how they’ve grown, I think our son would have grown up like that too. It makes me happy when they come. That feeling is definitely there, but sometimes it suddenly crosses my mind: why isn’t our son here? »
Kamakura City
Kamakura City, located in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan, served as the political center of the country during the Kamakura period (1185–1333) under the first shogunate led by Minamoto no Yoritomo. It is renowned for its rich history, featuring numerous Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines, including the iconic Great Buddha statue (Kotoku-in). Today, Kamakura is a popular tourist destination known for its well-preserved historical sites, beautiful beaches, and cultural heritage.
