Synopsis

Known simply as "Pai-yama," the structure stands prominently before Sannomiya Station, a focal point in Kobe's vibrant heart. The sculpture, with its suggestive form, has become a familiar landmark for those awaiting rendezvous. In January of this year, two decades after the devastating Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake, the plaza’s atmosphere shifted profoundly. Even under a somber sky, countless individuals converged for the memorial service, sharing their grief and remembrance. Young people, spe