Five-year-old boy dies after getting caught in Japan ski travelator

Published: 12/29/2025
Five-year-old boy dies after getting caught in Japan ski travelator
A tragic incident occurred at a ski resort in Japan where a five-year-old boy died after getting caught in a ski travelator. The boy's arm became trapped in the machinery, and despite rescue efforts, he was pronounced dead at the hospital. Investigations are underway to determine if there was any negligence involved in the manufacturing and maintenance of the travelator. The Asarigawa Onsen Ski Resort where the incident took place is taking measures to prevent similar accidents in the future.