Tokyo, Chiyoda District, 1-1 Kudankita 3-chome.
The raging flames had been extinguished by the firefighters, leaving only a charred wasteland where the building once stood.
Many flowers were laid in front of the ruins, like a splendid sea of blossoms. Candles were lit one after another.
People had "spontaneously" gathered here to pay tribute to those who had died in the accident. Reporters from major TV stations also rushed to the scene to film.
The black-clad bodyguards kept the crowd at bay, making it easier for Sato Shintaro to speak later on. Even before the start time, the number of people gathered here had already exceeded 10,000.
Security on the site was very tight; occasionally, black-clad bodyguards patrolled through the crowd to prevent any possible accidents. Recently, Tokyo had known little peace or stability, putting extraordinary pressure on the security company in charge.
