The training of mercy dogs was not only about finding the wounded but also about how to offer comfort to the dying when medical help was too late. These medical dogs were equipped with medical supplies, including first aid kits, which they could carry to the wounded.
In Japan, where punctuality is taken extremely seriously, even a minor delay can be considered a major failure in service.
A notable incident occurred when a train arrived just 35 seconds behind schedule. The driver, visibly embarrassed, immediately issued a formal apology to the passengers onboard.
Although the delay was less than a minute, the railway company still considered it a serious disruption. As a result, every passenger on that train was offered a full refund for the inconvenience.