Santa Claus has left his village in Finland for his annual trip to spread Christmas cheer to children around the world.
Before departure, Santa greeted the crowd and delivered a Christmas message.
He said he has met many people from all over the world this year and received a huge number of letters.
He said, "The common feature in all of them is that people wish the world to calm down -- children and adults alike wish the same."
Santa added, "My wish too, is that the stormy year will turn into a better and more peaceful direction with Christmas."
He then wished everyone around the world a "relaxing, peaceful and happy Christmas," and set off on his journey with reindeer pulling his sleigh full of gifts.
The Associated Press says one letter to Santa Claus came from a six-year-old boy in Ukraine.
The letter says he moved to western Ukraine from the capital, Kyiv, because of the war.
The boy asked Santa for toys for himself and his sister as well as peace in his country.
Before departure, Santa greeted the crowd and delivered a Christmas message.
He said he has met many people from all over the world this year and received a huge number of letters.
He said, "The common feature in all of them is that people wish the world to calm down -- children and adults alike wish the same."
Santa added, "My wish too, is that the stormy year will turn into a better and more peaceful direction with Christmas."
He then wished everyone around the world a "relaxing, peaceful and happy Christmas," and set off on his journey with reindeer pulling his sleigh full of gifts.
The Associated Press says one letter to Santa Claus came from a six-year-old boy in Ukraine.
The letter says he moved to western Ukraine from the capital, Kyiv, because of the war.
The boy asked Santa for toys for himself and his sister as well as peace in his country.
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Summary
Santa Claus departed from Finland for his annual global tour, delivering a message of peace and hope amidst the turbulent year. He expressed concern shared by children and adults worldwide, wishing for a calmer world. Prior to leaving, he met a six-year-old boy from Ukraine who asked for toys and
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URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20221224_11/
Date: Dec. 24, 2022
Created: 2022/12/25 07:32
Updated: 2025/12/09 09:59
Last Read: 2022/12/25 07:45