With the military invasion of Ukraine by Russia causing casualties to civilians, a rally was held in Kyoto, a sister city of Kyiv, the capital, calling for the prompt withdrawal of Russian troops.
In Kyoto, a sister city of Kyiv, the capital of Ukraine, a protest rally was held in front of Kyoto Tower in Shimogyo Ward on the 6th, and about 250 people participated.
Participants initially offered a silent prayer to those who died in the Russian military invasion.
He sought the earliest possible withdrawal of Russian troops from Ukraine, holding placards with the words "NO WAR" and "Peace for Ukraine" and giving Spreichkor.
Olena Cigar, an employee of the foundation for international exchange from Kyiv, said, "I participated because I wanted to know the situation in Ukraine. I think Ukraine will stand up and become a better country once the war is over." I was talking.
Yutaka Uenishi, one of the organizers and a former high school teacher, said, "It's too sad to have a family who stays in Kyiv and flee to Poland. We can't overlook the complaint from Ukraine. I think it's important to appeal to something next, "he said with occasional tears.