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Leaving Behind the
Era We Walked
Together with Prime
Minister Shinzo Abe —
For the Future

Let us rise again from that day.
It was a day of deep sorrow for many.
Our leader was struck down by an assassin’s bullet, leaving behind grief, loss, and uncertainty about the future.

Once again, we will come to that day.
Shinzo Abe — your unwavering determination and your strength to stand up again and again gave us courage.
As we remember your life, reflect on your journey, and look ahead, we seek not only to mourn but also to move forward.

Precisely because the future remains uncertain,
by tracing the achievements and significance of the era led by Prime Minister Shinzo Abe,
and by continuing to ask the questions,
perhaps we can truly take the next step forward from that day.

“The seeds sown for the future have not yet perished.”
— Words cherished by Shinzo Abe from his most respected teacher, Shoin Yoshida.

With these words close to our hearts,
let us reflect together on how we should face the coming era.
It is with this spirit that we open the “Abe Shinzo Digital Museum” —
to remember, to share, and to pass on this history to future generations.

Reflect on a
Lifetime

Shinzo Abe, the longest-serving Prime Minister in the history of Japan’s constitutional government.
This section offers a retrospective look at his life and achievements from various perspectives, including numerical data, personal history, and photographs.

Reflect on Beliefs

Throughout his life, Shinzo Abe inspired and moved countless people, turning his beliefs into action.
This section introduces not only the words he shared — words that will be passed down across generations — but also the thoughts, hopes, and convictions woven into those messages.

Reflect on
Memories

When Mr. Shinzo Abe stepped down as Prime Minister and at the time of his passing, an overwhelming number of messages were received from both Japan and around the world.
In this section, we share a selection of these messages, which convey deep gratitude and heartfelt condolences.

Project Overview

This section introduces the overview and activities of the Abe Shinzo Digital Museum Project.

Message

Through this digital museum, we hope many people will remember Shinzo Abe and share
your thoughts and stories about him.
we believe that what he left behind will be passed on to the next generation,
inspiring them to seriously reflect on the future of your nation and society —
something he himself surely wished for.

November 12, 2024 — Abe Shinzo Official Website Restored

The official website of Abe Shinzo, which had been offline, has now been restored. We invite you to visit the site. Please note that, as this is an archived version of the website, some links may not function properly. Services such as newsletter registration, feedback submissions, and inquiries are not available. Additionally, the contact information listed reflects what was provided at the time and is no longer active. https://archive.abeshinzo-digitalmuseum.com

June 5, 2024 — New Book Release: “100 Quotes of Shinzo Abe Selected by the Young Generation”

This book compiles 100 memorable quotes chosen by the younger generation from Shinzo Abe’s speeches delivered both in Japan and internationally — words they believe should be passed on to future generations. Alongside each selected quote, the book features the reasons for the selection and additional commentary, offering readers valuable insights into the beliefs and philosophy of one of Japan’s most prominent leaders. For more details, please visit the publisher Gentosha’s website: https://www.gentosha.co.jp/book/detail/9784344042940

We look forward to
your participation.

"Abe Shinzo Digital Museum Project” was made possible through co-organization with the “Kourai seeds project” a general incorporated association that aims to foster communities where children and younger generations can engage with history and culture.

This project has been developed as part of a broader initiative to reflect on modern history.
The Korai seeds project plans to undertake activities such as:

・Archiving the voices and stories of those who convey history and culture through the use of digital technology
・Organizing fieldwork programs where participants can both learn about history and culture and contribute to the preservation of cultural assets

We will regularly publish updates and articles through our magazine on note. If you would like to support our activities, please consider registering as a member. Articles related to the Abe Shinzo Digital Museum will also be shared there in the future.

For those interested in providing photographs or videos related to Shinzo Abe, submitting media interview requests, or making donations, please refer to the Contact page.

Thank you very much for your kind support.