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Fukushima
IAEA Chief Reassures Residents That Treated Wastewater Discharge at Fukushima Nuclear Plant Is Safe
By Mari Yamaguchi
The discharges have been opposed by fishing groups and neighboring countries including China, which banned all imports of Japanese seafood immediately after the release began.
IAEA Chief Visits Fukushima Before Radioactive Water Is Released
By Mari Yamaguchi
The Japanese government has been trying to gain credibility for the water release, which still faces persistent opposition in and outside Japan.
Japan Top Court: Government Not Responsible for Fukushima Disaster
By Mari Yamaguchi
The four-judge bench said the government cannot be held liable because the damage from a massive tsunami that hit the plant could not have been prevented.
Cleanup Begins After Quake Shakes North Japan, Killing 4
By Mari Yamaguchi
The powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake hit an area that was devastated by the March 2011 earthquake and tsunami.
Taiwan Finally Lifts Japan Food Import Restrictions
By KAWASHIMA Shin
The move to allow produce from Fukushima and other prefectures is a breakthrough in relations.
Japan Regulator Bans Nuke Plant Restart Over Lax Safeguards
By Mari Yamaguchi
Of the 54 nuclear reactors Japan used to have, nine have been restarted under tougher post-Fukushima safety standards and four are currently operating.
Japan Marks Tsunami Anniversary Without Government Memorial Amid Coronavirus
By Associated Press
Some residents along the Japanese northern coast stood on roadsides overlooking the sea, offering silent prayers for their loved ones lost in a massive earthquake and tsunami nine years ago Wednesday.
Japan Considering Dumping Radioactive Water Into Pacific Ocean
By Thisanka Siripala
Lawmakers attempt to justify releasing contaminated water stored at Fukushima nuclear power plant into the ocean.
The Truth About Radiation in Fukushima
By Maxime Polleri
Despite government claims, radiation from the 2011 nuclear disaster is not gone.
What Does Japan Think of the Iran Nuclear Deal?
By Scott W. Harold
A closer look at Tokyo’s views on the agreement and their significance.
It's Official: Japan's Population Is Still Declining
By Ankit Panda
Since 2010, nearly one million Japanese have vanished. How can the government stop population decline?
Disaster Preparedness: A Missed Opportunity in Sendai
By Christopher Hobson
Japan hosts a disaster conference but doesn't incorporate the lessons of 2011.
Fighting Crises with Facts: A Lesson from Fukushima
By David Roberts
The disaster underscored the need for a credible, sober source of news during public health crises.
Powering the Future of Japan’s Industrial-Political Economy
By Melissa S Hersh and James E Platte
If the Japanese government wants to revive its nuclear power industry, it will need to engage with the public.
PTSD Plagues Tohoku Three Years After March 11 Disaster
By J.T. Quigley
More than 30 percent of children in disaster areas battle with the psychological side effects.
Fukushima and Japan’s Cultural Curtain
By Catharina Maracke
To deal with disasters like Fukushima, Japan needs a more engaged civil society.
Japan’s Rural-Urban Divide
By Justin R. Moore
The nation’s rural communities are becoming more vocal about central government priorities.
Can the UN Save Japan’s Shrinking Food Exports?
If the UNESCO puts washoku on its cultural heritage list, it could reverse the decline in Japanese food exports.
Can the US Solve Japan’s Energy Crisis?
Importing natural gas from the U.S. could give Japan the energy security it seeks.
Japan’s Never-Ending Nuclear Nightmare
A new leak of contaminated water underscores just how difficult the 4 decade decommissioning process will be.
7.8 Nara Earthquake Scare Triggered by “Misinformation”
Japan had an earthquake scare today that turned out to be little more than a false alarm.
Fukushima’s Next Emergency: Radioactive Water Reaches Pacific Ocean
Radiation from the Fukushima plant is flowing into the ocean at a rate of 300 tons per day.
Fukushima Decontamination and Cleanup Will Cost $50 Billion
The latest figure is nearly five times more than the central government has budgeted.
Atlas Humanoid Robot Revealed Ahead of DARPA Robotics Challenge
The international robot competition will simulate a Fukushima-like disaster.
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