Underground by Haruki Murakami

This document compiles a series of first-person accounts from individuals affected by the Tokyo subway sarin gas attack in March 1995, offering a poignant glimpse into their experiences during and after the horrific event. The interviews capture the immediate chaos and confusion on the subway lines, as well as the long-term physical and psychological impact on survivors, ranging from minor symptoms to severe, life-altering disabilities. Additionally, the text includes discussions with medical professionals who treated the victims, and perspectives from former Aum Shinrikyo cult members, providing insight into the group's motivations and internal dynamics. The author, Haruki Murakami, reflects on the challenges of collecting these testimonies and the broader societal implications of the attack, particularly concerning Japanese collective memory and the nature of "truth."