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Echoes of Silence: Kitasan's Story

This chapter recounts the deeply personal narrative of a man reflecting on his painful history, including his experiences with societal expectations and a devastating sterilization procedure. It highlights the broader implications of Japan's Eugenic Protection Law and the emotional turmoil that arose from living with a lifelong secret of sterility. As the man grapples with his past and the complexities of love and honesty, he ultimately decides to confront the truth, raising important questions about justice and acknowledgment of historical wrongs.

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