Former professional baseball player Isao Harimoto passed away on September 9 at the age of 86. He was a survivor of the atomic bomb and a prominent figure in Japan's baseball scene. During his lifetime, Harimoto advocated for nuclear abolition.
In one of his last interactions, Harimoto expressed his desire for a world without nuclear weapons during a telephone interview. Further details about his life and advocacy are available from the source.
Isao Harimoto's legacy extends beyond his baseball career, as he also used his platform to raise awareness about important social issues, including nuclear abolition, until the end of his life.
