"Last Letter": Changing Views of Death in Japan
What would you say to your family and friends in a letter to be delivered after your death? "Last letters" are becoming increasingly common, with the practice even spreading among young people. Some say writing them encourages self-reflection and helps them live with a sense of purpose. Others say the letters have helped them understand who is truly important in their lives. We look at the many last letter services that have risen to popularity in the past few years, including those that use new technology, and speak to an expert about how their emergence could reflect changing views about death in Japanese society.
Guests:
Sakakibara Ikue (Actor and TV personality)
Furuta Yusuke (Non-fiction writer)
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