TOKYO –
A crowd of 2,300 people dressed as Santa Claus marched through Tokyo’s Shibuya district in the rain on November 15 as part of a charity event aimed at supporting children battling serious illnesses in Japan and those unable to receive adequate medical care overseas.
Despite the wet weather, participants dressed in traditional red-and-white Santa costumes filled the streets of Shibuya, taking part in a parade organized to raise funds and awareness for children in need.
Organizers said participation fees would be used to provide Christmas presents to children undergoing treatment for illnesses in Japan, as well as to support children overseas who cannot access sufficient medical care because of poverty.
After reaching the finish line, participants wrote messages of encouragement for the children on cards and hung them on a Christmas tree, decorating it with colorful messages of hope and support.
The event brought a festive atmosphere to the streets of Shibuya while highlighting the challenges facing children struggling with illness and limited access to medical care.
Source: TBS
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