about the author
Raised by two Hiroshima survivors, Dr. Mikamo decided as a child that she wanted to contribute to world peace. She has dedicated her career to promoting peace as a medical psychologist, global executive coach, consultant, author, film maker and speaker.
In 2014, Dr. Mikamo received an award for exceptional services for world peace and humanity from the World Peace and Prosperity Foundation at the House of Lords in London.
She is president of US-Japan Psychological Services based in San Diego, California, and executive producer of the film “8:15 Hiroshima | From Father to Daughter” based on this book.
My life’s mission has always been to promote peace by sharing stories that remind us of our shared humanity and vision for the world.
The Man Behind the Story
On August 6, 1945, Shinji Mikamo, a teenager in the centre of Hiroshima City, was on the roof of his home when the atomic bomb exploded. He was only 1,200 metres (¾ mile) away from the epicentre. Miraculously, he and his father survived the atomic blast, and they spent the days that followed searching for a respite.
His courage became a story of hope that continues to inspire generations.
A Lifetime Dedicated to Peace and Humanity
Clinical practice to improve mental health
Books, keynotes, film screenings, and international media
8:15 Hiroshima | From Father to Daughter
The Hiroshima Boy - His Extraordinary True Story of Survival and Hope
Presented in recognition of Dr. Mikamo’s enduring contribution to peace advocacy, cross-cultural understanding, and the preservation of historical testimony for future generations.
