Land of rising suicide | 101 East

The cliffs of Tojinbo on the coast of the Sea of Japan are famous for their rugged beauty. But this place also has a dark side -- many Japanese come here to end their lives by throwing themselves onto the jagged rocks and crashing waves. Japan’s suicide rate is one of the highest in the world -- more than 30,000 people kill themselves every year. We ask why so many Japanese, young and old, see suicide as the only option? - Subscribe to our channel: - Follow us on Twitter: - Find us on Facebook: - Check our website: #AlJazeeraEnglish #Japan #Suicide