Clarification Issued on Chikako Ozawa-de Silva’s Quote

A clarification has been issued regarding a quote attributed to Chikako Ozawa-de Silva in a story published by the Associated Press on November 20, 2025. The original article stated that Ozawa-de Silva expressed sentiments related to feelings of love and acceptance.

In the published story, Ozawa-de Silva’s remarks were paraphrased as: “When people feel they’re not loved, they are not accepted, they’re now seeing they’re not heard.” However, the accurate quote should reflect her original words: “When people feel they’re not loved, they are not accepted, they’re not seen, they’re not heard.”

This clarification highlights the importance of precise communication, particularly in discussions about mental and emotional well-being. The nuances in language can profoundly affect how messages are received and understood.

The Associated Press has acknowledged the error and expressed its commitment to maintaining accuracy in reporting. Copyright regulations apply to this material, which may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed without appropriate permissions.

This incident underscores the critical role of accurate reporting in fostering understanding within cultural conversations, especially in the context of Japanese society, where concepts of acceptance and visibility are integral to social dynamics.