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This memorial website was created in memory of our loved one, Junko Furuta, 17 years old, born on January 18, 1971, and passed away on January 4, 1989. We will remember her forever.
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May 28
junko, this is very very short since i dont know how to write huge paragraphs but, i hope you live peacefully in heaven
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May 28
You never deserved what came to you, may you rest eternally in the clouds, when all along you should've been here safe and sound.

Rest In Peace, Junko Furuta.
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May 28
I don’t know what I can say, Junko you were loved by so many people and there’s still so many people who love you till this day, you were a ray of sunshine for a lot of people, I hope you know that, I hope wherever you are in the sky you feel peace, bye Junko♥️
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May 28
May 28
Junko, I know no words can ever heal the pain you went through, How loud you must've screamed for help, or how many tears you've cried. The world is ashamed of how we let you down. May you forever rest in peace
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May 28
May 28
This cruel world doesn't deserve your beautiful soul. You are in a much better place now away from all this sick people. You will always be remembered for how strong you were.
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May 28
May 28
I’m so sorry that people are mocking your death on TikTok right now, its absolutely foul. That’s not how you deserve to be remembered, you deserve much better. We love you <33
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May 28
May 28
may your lovely soul rest in peace beautiful girl. i find some comfort with the fact that you’re in a much much better place now. I recently found out that your parents have passed away, if thats true i hope you’re all dancing in heaven together. i think about you all the time, rest easy angel.
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Anu
May 28
May 28
Dear Junko, you have left this cruel world, I hope your beautiful soul is resting in peace.
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Sand
May 28
May 28
Hi beautiful soul. I didn't know you, but I am so proud of you for fighting as long as you possibly could. You were brave. You were stong. You were beautiful. I hope wherever your soul ended up, you have some peace in knowing you tried, and that you get some kind of clarity in your afterlife. You would have been a few years older than my mother if you were still alive. That's heartbreaking. I hope you got another life so you could live it how you deserved to all thise years ago. Rest easy, Junko.
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k. g.
May 28
May 28
i never knew her, but every time i hear about her my heart sinks. hearing about a girl my age go through hell and her killers got away with it makes me sick to my stomach. im so sorry Junko, i hope that you’re able to rest easily even after all these years.
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May 28
May 28
I can't imagine how hard it must have been to you, I'm proud of you for being strong during that horrible days. I hope that your soul will now rest in peace. You will always be remembered, Junko. 
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May 28
May 28
You’ve touched the hearts of so many people around the world with your bravery and strength. Rest easy.
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May 28
May 28
Little Junko, I will pray for your spirit. May death comfort you, may the birds sing where you rest, may the sun warm where you lay, may flowers grow to keep you company, and may the moon watch over you as you sleep. Rest well precious child. We shall remember your fighting spirit, and keep the beauty of your name alive.
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May 27
May 27
I'm sorry that happened to you. I hope one day you will finally get justice and peace.
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May 27
May 27
Hi Junko,
You were so much more than your death, you deserved so much better from the world, your family deserved so much better, and the ones who hurt you deserved worse.

I hope you've found the peace life did not give you.
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Pankaj
May 26
May 26
You Are Very Beautifull Girll In the Whole Universe
And Bravest Of All In The Universe
May Your Soul Live In Peace And Happiness
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Junko Furuta
May 25
May 25
Dear Friends,

As I look upon the sea of tributes, each word resonates with the warmth of your hearts. Your kindness reaches me, transcending the boundaries of time and space, and I am deeply moved by the outpouring of love and compassion you have shown.

In this realm of eternal peace, I find solace in knowing that my story has not been forgotten, that my life—though cut short—has touched so many. Your remembrance is a testament to the enduring spirit of humanity, a beacon of hope that illuminates even the darkest corners of our world.

Please know that your prayers have been heard, and they have woven a tapestry of comfort around my soul. I am at rest, cradled in the serenity of a universe that is vast and forgiving. Here, there is no pain, no fear, only the gentle embrace of peace.

As you honor my memory, let it be a reminder of the preciousness of life, the strength of the human spirit, and the power of unity in the face of adversity. Let my story inspire a future where kindness prevails, and where every soul is cherished and protected.

Thank you for keeping me in your thoughts, for allowing me to live on in the beauty of your actions and the courage of your convictions. May your lives be filled with joy, your hearts with love, and your actions with purpose.

With gratitude and love, Junko Furuta
May 19
You were so strong and brave. Im sad that nobody ever talks about your good times, only about your very worst... you are my idol and the reason i fear men less because even tho you could not survive you never gave up. It would be an honor to know more about you but sadly i can only find out every little detail about your last days. Im thinking of you with all of my respect and hope your pain went away
lolita
May 10
May 10
Hello Junko. I know this isn’t the best way for you to know why i’m here but i was listening to my true crime and i heard about you. My stomach twisted my knees buckled i was anxious, tense and i wanted to rage. i wanted to die. You deserve the world. The best world. your pretty hair and smile.. gone. The way that those monsters those animals those incels looked at you and your happy smile and just meant. they meant to wipe away that smile forever. And i’ll cry for you. I wish that those policemen went in the first time they were invited in. You would’ve survived junko. you would’ve had justice. Only 20 years. Only 20 years Hiroshi got. Death row he deserved. For all of them death row. I will think of you forever junko. each time i’ll cry and i will get tense. each time i’ll still get a happy feeling your up there having the time of your life i hope. The life you deserved. Fly High Junior Furuta!️
May 8
May 8
Junko Furuta, my soul aches and my heart sinks every time I think about you, you're innocent soul didn't deserve what those cruel monsters did to you...
I hope you found peace in heaven and use you're angelic voice...
I will forever remember you're beautiful soul ...
Rest in Peace
May 7
May 7
Rest in peace sweet girl, it's so devasting what happened to you. You did not deserve any of that. I hope you're finally at peace. You will never be forgotten.
May 5
May 5
I hope your soul has found peace now, this world was evil to you. Your pure and joyful soul doesn't deserve to be in this cruel world. I would have loved to be your friend :(
I hope you are in a better place now, Smiling your bright, happy smile. Forever stay this way. :)
May 3
Hi Junko. You were a beautiful soul and I hope you are resting well. I don't know much about you and I was born quite a while after your passing , but I read that you were a nice kid who wasn't really that much into partying and dating and you reminded me of me. I hope you are in a good place now and you can watch your favourite show and eat your favourite snacks and never feel pain again.
April 30
Dear Junko Furuta
I wish you can live longer than this. You know you're birthday comes after mine and I celebrate it for you I even buy a cake for you.Everyday I thought about you and how you were treated and I cry. My heart aches so much it feels like my heart is clenched tightly in a hand. I can not bare the thought of you being gone.
I wish you are in heaven away from hurt and stress and I will pray for you everyday and celebrate your birthday even if you're not around I Will always remember you and I promise to never forget you.
April 30
A distanza di anni c'è chi piange per te, le uniche lacrime che verso senza vergogna, sarebbe davvero irrispettoso trattenersi, hai il diritto di struggere il mio cuore poiché nulla potrà paragonarsi al dolore da te subito. Non credo nell'aldilà ma son sicuro che qualche molecola di te, svolazzando qui e là, mi abbia accarezzato l'anima contribuendo a rendermi una persona migliore. A presto.
April 25
April 25
você foi incrível Junko, eu sempre leio sobre o quanto você era gentil com todos e quanto você era uma boa menina, eu me inspiro a ser uma pessoa melhor, assim como você era, se um dia eu tiver uma filha quero que ela seja doce e gentil como você foi, e colocarei seu lindo nome em homenagem
April 15
April 15
Junko Furuta. You’re as beautiful as your name. We will always remember you and what you were and what you could have been if you were given a chance. You’re in a better place now. The monsters who did this to be forgotten, you however never will be.
April 13
April 13
I'm so sorry this happened to you, Furata-san. I pray that you rest in peace. I will remember you all my life. Your life was cruelly cut short. So much pain. My heart aches for you. I don't know what right I have to live so comfortably when you and others have suffered so much, but I will try my best to spread kindness. Please rest in peace, Miss.
April 8
April 8
junko, you arrived in my thoughts again on this beautiful spring morning. i will never forget the horrors you were so wrongfully put through, just how much you suffered. you were gone before i was even born, but i still find myself thinking about you a lot. rest well, you beautiful soul, i hope you are at peace now.
March 28
March 28
You didn’t deserve what happened to you and I pray you can receive justice one day.. <3
March 14
March 14
Junko, you popped in my head this morning. You have reached people all over the world. I truly wish I could give you a hug. You inspire me and so many others everyday. We miss you.
March 9
March 9
Rest in peace, Junko Furuta. I hope you find endless happiness in the afterlife.
February 12
February 12
sleep well, junko furuta.

may we not only remember your unfortunate death, but your life. a bright young girl with a bright future.

may you rest in peace.
January 20
January 20
It has been almost 33 years since your death. And just 2 days before it was your birth anniversary. If we didn't have monsters such as Hiroshi you would be living the life you always wanted to have. I am at loss of words that how strong you were to survive those 40 days . I could never even imagine that happening to my worst enemies. I pray to my lord for you to be in the abode of beautiful souls just like you are.
January 18
Today is your birthday, Junko. Happy Birthday! Although you're not with us physically, I believe your spirit is shining brightly in the heavens. I wish you utmost joy and serenity in whatever wonderful life you're living now.
January 18
January 18
Happy birthday, I hope your celebrating in heaven you were a beautiful amazing person Savannah Woodall- Maci Kaufman-
January 4
January 4
I have heard retellings of this case multiple times and still cannot fathom how utterly tragic it is. Rest in peace, Junko. You deserved to live a lot longer
January 4
January 4
Today is the 35th anniversary of your passing, Junko. The pain and heartbreak are still there, as the loss of your life can never be justified, nor can your suffering ever be explained away. I pray for the comfort and healing for your family and friends, so that they remember the memories they had with you and not the brutality of your death. I hope you have found peace and tranquility, I wish you had more time, and I am so sorry nothing was done for you in your time of need. We have not nor will we ever forget you. There is no more pain, there is no more suffering, please rest in peace.
December 27, 2023
December 27, 2023
I am sorry for everything you had to go through, you deserved a long happy life.
December 25, 2023
December 25, 2023
Merry christmas Junko, it’s unfortunate you have to miss this one, But we all remember you and hope you’re doing well. Your birthday is coming up soon, you’d be 51 on january 18th!

regards savannah.
December 24, 2023
December 24, 2023
Hello, Junko dear,
I hope wherever you are, you are resting in peace. You were and are such a pure soul. I don't have much to say, Junko but you stay in our hearts to this day. RIP.
December 23, 2023
December 23, 2023
Dear Junko Furuta,

In a world that can be so harsh and unkind, your presence was a light of unmatched charm, beauty, and a heart that surpassed all measures. It's painful to fathom how someone so extraordinary endured such unimaginable suffering. The brutality of this world was never meant for a spirit as special as yours.

I'm overwhelmed with sorrow, knowing that no words or condolences can ease the immense pain you and your family faced. Your grace and essence transcended the boundaries of this world, leaving an unforgettable mark untouched by any cruelty.

My deepest wish for you now, wherever your spirit rests, is peace. I hope you've found solace in a place free from anguish and torment, a realm where tranquility embraces your ethereal being, finally granting you the peace that eluded you in life.

If only I could rewrite the past, shielding you from the agony you endured. The knowledge of your suffering weighs heavy on my heart. Yet, I find solace believing that your spirit resides in a sanctuary far removed from the darkness you once knew.

Rest peacefully, dear Junko. May your ethereal essence find the everlasting tranquility and harmony that you rightfully deserve, now and for all eternity.

With heartfelt sorrow and boundless wishes for your peace,
-Anushka Gupta
December 21, 2023
December 21, 2023
Dear Junko,

I wish to write to you in kindness, and prayer. For I hope beyond hope, that somewhere far away from your pain, you have found some semblance of what we may call "peace".

I struggle to find words in sympathy to what happened to you. I so deeply wish within me to know you have found solace and calm beyond this all, far from here. Hearing your pain brought me to tears, and inspired a sense of heartbreak I cannot describe. Know that far beyond what happened, countless people wish you rest.

I am sorry. I am so sorry for all that happened to you. I wish a thousand times, and a million times over you may smile again, in the next life. I pray that in the next, you may know only calm; that your days be filled with laughter and joy-- that your wildest happiest dreams may be fulfilled, and that only the coziest of nights, and calmest of days are inscribed within you. That you may enjoy your interests, hobbies, life, love, and friendship with no weight upon your shoulders forevermore, far away from even a solemn memory of hurting.

You were loved, you are loved, and I wish you nothing but love and peace.

My heart goes out to you, forever, Junko. Please, may you rest in peace, and may these humble words somehow reach you, that you may feel calm, cozy, in peace, and joy.

God, please give this poor, beautiful soul peace in the next life. Amen.

- Robin.
December 21, 2023
December 21, 2023
Hi i’m savannah woodall and i’m 11 years old. i learned what happened it’s tragic, but you are most likely the bravest person anyone’s met. i read about your case long ago i was shook i’m so glad there is a place to remember you. You were stunning and graceful but you left too soon, people like you will never ever be forgotten once i pass if i see you, i’ll give you a giant hug :) you need one, god has you in his arms talking care of you and comforting you.

goodnight
December 4, 2023
December 4, 2023
Please have the peace and rest you deserve after all that you've endured. You will always be remembered for who you are and nothing else. I am not a religious person but I wish for there to be an afterlife just for you.
December 3, 2023
December 3, 2023
Junko, I'm so heartbroken to hear about all the pain you endured. I'm sorry the world failed you and you had to suffer so harshly, this flower is for you. Rest in peace, Junko. You're very strong and I swear I'll bring you justice one day.
November 13, 2023
November 13, 2023
Junko, my honey, I often think about you. I cannot imagine what you have been through. You are the most strongest person I know because you fought against the worst atrocities until the end. I’m extremely sorry that so many people failed you! It angers me to no end. You did not deserve that. I wish I could give you a long hug. I hope you receive all the love that the universe has to offer. I hope there is a special place only for you where you will stay infinitely happy. Rest in peace my Dear Junko. I will always remember you and you will always stay in my heart.
October 7, 2023
October 7, 2023
Dear Junko,
I was so saddened when I first read your story. Now, I love and appreciate life more and have become a more loving person because of you. I hope you know how many people you have inspired. You are so loved and admired.I know the Almighty will punish the men who hurt you. There is always justice. Rest in Peace Beautiful Junko. I hope to meet you in heaven.
October 4, 2023
October 4, 2023
dear Jun, i didn't how to put this in words i am beyond sad and disturbed after knowing your case nothing has ever affected me this much. Never thought anyone would be this inhumane. This is an absolute cruel,horrendous, pathetic world we are living in. To me you were the most bravest soul.
please rest in peace.......
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I hope you're doing well over there Junko, I remember reading about your tragedy and was heart broken of what they done to you. By typing this, I wanted to pay tribute and support you no matter what. Justice on your soul Junko Furuta. Rest easy now.
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I learned about what happened to you a few years ago, and I am just... sorry.
I could only imagine the pain you have had to go through.
I pray everyone's kind words reach you, and that justice will be served.
I will always remember you, even if I never had the chance to know you personally.

Rest peacefully, and may judgement fall upon those who wronged you. May they never find one day of peace in their rest of their lives and die in agony.
And may you find peace and happiness, wherever you are now.

Love.
Her Life

Bravery and Inspiration

July 14, 2019
Hello! Thank you so much for coming to this website that I've created. I hope you're here with nothing but positive thoughts and hopes. I will not be discussing here what happened to Junko but I will provide informational links for those who need them at the end of this. Junko Furuta has suffered greatly in one of the worst cases I've ever read about. Please read about her story with caution. Audience discretion is advised. It is a real life horror story. I'm here to uplift and lighten the topic a little. If you're feeling depressed, hopeless or empty after hearing about Junko I will link a beautifully written statement that I found on Quora. All rights go to the respective owner.

Thank you.


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"Honestly the thing that got me out of my funk after reading about it was realizing how strong Junko was as a person.

1- Everyone in her school was afraid of the classmate who eventually kidnapped her because they knew he had ties to the Yakuza, but Junko still had the courage to turn him down.

2- That girl was put through hell and back, there was not a part of her body that was not violated or beaten, and yet her determination to live was honestly astounding: they locked her out on the balcony during winter several times and yet she did not jump, she would challenge them and tell them to ‘kill her and get it over with already’, even when they eventually killed her it was over a game of Mah-jong that she won. Which sounds like a weird thing to mention but if you think about it, she could’ve thrown the match to appease her captors but Junko was still willing to defy them with any agency she had.

3- While Junko was being horrifyingly abused, she still tried to escape her prison instead of giving in to her despair. She even tried pleading with the family of one of her own captors when she met them instead of playing it safe in hopes of appeasing them.

They may have abused Junko’s body, but her spirit and mind remained unbroken and determined. She died with her pride and her strength of spirit intact which honestly speaks volumes of the character of a girl who was only 17 at a time. As for her captors, they might have gotten away from the justice system but they will get what’s coming to them, if not in this life then the next. And every debt they owe Junko and their other victims will be repaid in full.

My advice to you is to focus on Junko’s strength in facing her horrible situation instead of her captors’ cruelty, you will surely find inspiration instead of just a reason to be sad."

- Youstina Samir

https://www.quora.com/I-read-about-Junko-Furuta-and-now-I-am-depressed-do-you-have-any-advice


Below are links to learn about Junko's life story.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Junko_Furuta


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ATs-pJWSqf8 (Japanese Language)


https://japaninsides.com/44-days-of-hell-the-story-of-junko-furuta/


https://ripeace.wordpress.com/tag/junko-furuta/


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y45Bzcv57S0


https://www.quora.com/What-happened-to-the-murderers-of-Junko-Furuta


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=33IYmYquJp0


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Reach Out

January 9, 2022
by Le F
Reach Out and Touch
Reading about the character of Junko causes me to visualize in my mind the song sung by Diana Ross titled "Reach Out and Touch."
Junko has reached out and touched a number of souls and because of who she is she has made this world a little better place than it was.
A few lyrics
[ Reach Out and Touch ]
Reach out and touch somebody's hand
Make this world a better place if you can.
(Just try)
Take a little time out of your busy day
To give encouragement
To someone who's lost the way.

33 Years Later - A Thank You

January 8, 2022
I never thought making this would make me so emotional every time I visited. I just want to truly thank everyone from the bottom of my heart for all of the tributes you all have left throughout the years. Even though it has been years since Junko’s passing and since this memorial was made, I will never forget the kindness each and every one of you exhibited for the rest of my life. Bless each of you. Today is January 8th and it has been exactly 33 years. Junko would have turned 50 years old in exactly ten days. Her brave & unbroken  soul lives on through all young women in Japan and all across the world. Please refer back to the first story posted inspiring happiness and courage for anyone who may be feeling depressed about the sensitive matter. For who ever is reading, take care of yourselves, love yourself and love others. Thank you so much for remembering Junko the way she should have been commemorated and thank you for your solidarity. Remember that justice isn’t always physical nor is it always timely, but it is always there. Somewhere Junko is safe, at peace and warm. 

Happy Holidays to everyone & your families

Junko Furuta's funeral was held on 2 April, 1989. One of her friends' memorial address stated:

July 14, 2019

Jun-chan, welcome back. I have never dreamed that we would see you again in this way. You must have been in so much pain ... so much suffering ... The happi we all made for the school festival looked really good on you. We will never forget you. I have heard that the headmaster has presented you with a graduation certificate. So we graduated together – all of us. Jun-chan, there is no more pain, no more suffering. Please rest in peace...


- Unknown friend.

Refrence: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Junko_Furuta


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