Jul. 21, 2026
Akashi crowd crush victims remembered 25 years on
Akashi, Hyogo Pref. – Victims of a stampede that occurred at a fireworks event in the city of Akashi, Hyogo Prefecture, were remembered Tuesday, the 25th anniversary of the tragedy. Bereaved relatives, local residents and others offered prayers in... Read more.
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