NHK World Special Programs

Regaining Names (2021x1)

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In the aftermath of the Great East Japan Earthquake, bodies yet to be identified were designated with serial numbers. Retired police officer Abe Shuichi took it upon himself to recover the names of these unknown victims. Following the disaster, affected families needed to search for relatives by examining photographs of corpses, taking a great emotional toll. Abe, an expert in police likenesses, volunteered to use his forensic skills to help ease the pain of grieving families.