15 Years Since 3/11: A Nation Prays at 2:46 PM
Today, March 11, 2026, marks the 15th anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake. At 2:46 PM, the exact time the earthquake struck, moments of silence were observed across the nation to mourn all those who lost their lives. On social media, "14時46分" (2:46 PM) became a trending topic, with many people sharing their thoughts and tributes. The Prime Minister's Office also issued a call, stating, "To express our deepest condolences to all who perished in the Great East Japan Earthquake, we ask everyone to observe a minute of silence from 2:46 PM today," reaffirming the significance of the moment. Many responded to this call, showing solidarity with phrases like "Time for a moment of silence" and "We must observe silence." A user who was in second grade in Osaka at the time of the disaster recalled experiencing the earthquake during their homeroom and being deeply shocked by the tsunami footage they later saw on TV. They expressed their intent...