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名もなき花たちと:戦争混血孤児の家「エリザベス・サンダース・ホーム」
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March 15, 2025
I picked up this book because I was interested in Elizabeth Saunders Home, a facility in Oiso, Kanagawa, Japan, that took in mixed-race children born after WWII. The story follows Miki Sawada, the woman who founded the home, and is written in a gentle, engaging style that makes it accessible to younger readers.
The book shares real stories of the children—how they ended up at the home, what kind of education they received, and the different paths they took as adults. Some were adopted by families in the U.S., while others moved to Brazil, finding new lives outside Japan. It was eye-opening to see the diverse journeys they took.
Reading about racial discrimination was painful, but I appreciated that the author didn’t just condemn it outright. Instead, she explains that discrimination often comes from fear of the unfamiliar, which made me reflect more deeply on the issue.
What struck me most was Miki Sawada’s incredible determination. She not only recognized the struggles these children faced but also took action, creating a place where they could grow up with dignity. Her story made me think—what can I do to help those in need? I want to carry that same mindset in my own life.
The book shares real stories of the children—how they ended up at the home, what kind of education they received, and the different paths they took as adults. Some were adopted by families in the U.S., while others moved to Brazil, finding new lives outside Japan. It was eye-opening to see the diverse journeys they took.
Reading about racial discrimination was painful, but I appreciated that the author didn’t just condemn it outright. Instead, she explains that discrimination often comes from fear of the unfamiliar, which made me reflect more deeply on the issue.
What struck me most was Miki Sawada’s incredible determination. She not only recognized the struggles these children faced but also took action, creating a place where they could grow up with dignity. Her story made me think—what can I do to help those in need? I want to carry that same mindset in my own life.
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