Yesterday, in Tokoname City, Aichi Prefecture, a 7-year-old elementary school boy drowned and died while swimming with his family.
The victim was a 7-year-old elementary school boy residing in Taketoyo Town, Aichi Prefecture.
According to the police, around 5:30 p.m. yesterday, the boy’s mother reported to the fire department that her son had gone missing while swimming in the sea at Rinku Beach in Tokoname City.
The boy was found in the sea about 5 meters from the shore approximately one hour later and was taken to the hospital, where his death was confirmed. The cause of death was drowning.
The boy had come to the beach with his mother, his middle school-aged sister, and his elementary school-aged brother. He went missing while swimming with his two siblings.
Rinku Beach
Rinku Beach is a scenic coastal area located in Osaka Bay, near Kansai International Airport in Japan. Known for its beautiful sunsets and relaxed atmosphere, the beach is part of the Rinku Town development, which includes shopping centers and entertainment facilities. Historically, the area was developed in the 1990s as a modern urban hub, combining leisure with commercial and transportation infrastructure.
Tokoname City
Tokoname City, located in Aichi Prefecture, Japan, is a historic pottery town renowned for its centuries-old ceramic tradition, dating back to the Heian period (794–1185). Famous for its *Tokoname-yaki* pottery, particularly teapots, the city features charming streets lined with kilns, pottery workshops, and the iconic *Manekineko* (lucky cat) sculptures. Today, it remains a cultural hub for ceramics and attracts visitors with its scenic *Yakimono Sanpo* (Pottery Footpath) and rich artisan heritage.
Aichi Prefecture
Aichi Prefecture, located in central Japan, is a vibrant region known for its industrial prowess, rich history, and cultural heritage. It is home to Nagoya, Japan’s fourth-largest city, and historic sites such as Nagoya Castle, built in 1612 by the Tokugawa shogunate. Aichi also played a key role in Japan’s modernization and is famous for traditional arts like ceramics (Seto ware) and the Toyota automotive industry.
Taketoyo Town
Taketoyo Town is a coastal municipality in Aichi Prefecture, Japan, known for its scenic beauty and traditional salt production, which dates back to the Edo period (1603–1868). The town features historic sites like the Taketoyo Salt Field ruins, reflecting its past as a key salt-producing region. Today, it is also recognized for its relaxed atmosphere, hot springs, and proximity to Chita Peninsula’s natural attractions.
