[So happy] Clowns travel all the way from Nagoya to bring smiles to children battling illness thr...
A clown, dedicated to bringing smiles to children battling illness, has arrived in Shimane Prefecture. We interviewed him about his numerous performances and the reasons behind his continued activities.
On September 10th, Clown K, a member of the Japan Hospital Clown Association, visited a hospital in Izumo City, Shimane Prefecture. He traveled all the way from Nagoya to cheer up the children. While he looks similar to a "pierrot," what exactly is a "clown"?
Clown K, Japan Hospital Clown Association
"What everyone thinks of as a pierrot is actually a clown. Those in circuses, performing in shopping malls, the ones with red noses—they're clowns."
On September 10th, approximately 20 people gathered, including hospitalized children and pediatricians. The children were captivated by the clown's skills, including balloon art and plate spinning with the audience. Laughter never ceased throughout the approximately one-hour performance.
A young boy, about to undergo a medical examination, received a sword-shaped balloon, which helped…
A hospitalized elementary school student:
"I was so happy. I feel like I can go to my check-up with a cheerful heart."
It seems this joy was also conveyed to the adults.
Dr. Shigeki Nakajima, Department of Pediatrics, Shimane University School of Medicine:
"Their skills are, of course, excellent, and I thoroughly enjoyed watching them. (Doctors and clowns) have different roles, so I think their approaches (to children) are slightly different, but I want to absorb what I can."
Parent of a participating child:
"It's tough; my child wants to go outside but can't. Being able to do something fun like this indoors is a wonderful initiative."
Hospital clowns bring smiles to children battling illness. Their challenge continues.
Clown K from the Japan Hospital Clown Association:
"Whether it's a circus, an amusement park, or a hospital, we look forward to meeting everyone."
(From One LIFE & NEWS, broadcast September 10, 2024)
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