Tokyo government to search for birth parents of man switched as newborn
japantimes.co.jpPublished: 4/25/2025
Summary
An 67-year-old man who experienced a shocking miscarriage at a now-closed maternity hospital is seeking answers about his own birth parents. The Tokyo Metropolitan Government has begun an investigation into the case, apologizing deeply to Satoshi Egura and others involved for the pain caused. Using data from Sumida Ward's family registry system, officials are exploring methods to identify potential birth parents by testing for genetic matches. Satoshi Egura expressed relief upon receiving an official apology and emphasized the need for prompt action to resolve the case as he seeks a chance to meet his biological parents.