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A Hiroshima Survivor’s Message for Jerry Saltz

Last updated: August 11, 2025 6:15 pm
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The 80th anniversary of the American atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki has sparked controversy and deep reflection on the ethical implications of such devastating events. Recently, New York Magazine art critic Jerry Saltz made a post on Instagram defending the bombings as necessary to end World War II. However, this perspective has been met with criticism and outrage, especially from those who have experienced the horrors of the atomic bomb firsthand.

One such individual is Howard Kakita, a hibakusha who survived the atomic bomb on Hiroshima on August 6, 1945. Kakita’s harrowing account of that fateful day paints a vivid picture of the unimaginable suffering and destruction caused by the bomb. He recalls the chaos and devastation that surrounded him, the loss of loved ones, and the long-lasting physical and emotional scars that he and his family endured in the aftermath.

Now 87 years old, Kakita has dedicated his retirement to advocating against nuclear weapons and sharing his story as a member of the American Society of Hiroshima-Nagasaki A-Bomb Survivors. When asked about Saltz’s defense of the bombings, Kakita firmly stated that there was no justification for such a catastrophic act. He believes that there were alternative solutions and that the decision to drop the bomb was a failure of leadership on both sides.

Kakita also highlighted the racial undertones of the bombings, pointing out the longstanding animosity towards Asians and Asian Americans that existed even before the war. He expressed disappointment that despite efforts to prevent another atomic attack, nuclear weapons continue to pose a threat to global security.

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As the world grapples with the legacy of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, Kakita remains hopeful that the lessons learned from these tragedies will guide future generations towards a more peaceful and empathetic world. He believes that it is up to the younger population to carry on the mantle of remembrance and ensure that the horrors of nuclear warfare are never repeated.

In a time of increasing divisiveness and uncertainty, Kakita’s message serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of empathy, understanding, and the pursuit of peace in a world still haunted by the specter of nuclear destruction.

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