August 20, 2025, marks one year since I lost my mother, Atsuko Tanaka.
I am deeply grateful to everyone who continues to share their feelings about my mother. Thank you for loving her and keeping her memory alive.
It’s strange, but this year has felt both like it passed in the blink of an eye and like it stretched on endlessly.
This past year has brought significant encounters and changes. There have been so many moments that I can only believe were brought about by my mother.
What I’ve learned from her is to “live earnestly in the present.” Whether I’m acting, eating, striving, or struggling in this moment.
I realize now that my mother showed me, through her actions, what it means to live with gratitude and sincerity.
To everyone who has supported me, thank you always. I look forward to your continued support.
August 20, 2025, Hikaru Tanaka
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