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Fukushima 12 Years After the Nuclear Accident
March 14, 2023

Fukushima 12 Years After the Nuclear Accident

By Thisanka Siripala
While radiation levels return to normal in towns around the accident epicenter, revitalization is weighed down by accumulating piles of contaminated soil.

Japan Eyes Delay of Fukushima Plant Water Release
January 14, 2023

Japan Eyes Delay of Fukushima Plant Water Release

By Mari Yamaguchi
The plan to released treated radioactive wastewater has been fiercely opposed by local residents and Japan's neighbors, including China and South Korea.
Fukushima: Depoliticizing the Release of Treated Water into the Ocean
June 15, 2021

Fukushima: Depoliticizing the Release of Treated Water into the Ocean

By AKIYAMA Nobumasa
It’s time to take the politics out of Fukushima.

The International Brouhaha Over Fukushima Treated Water
May 20, 2021

The International Brouhaha Over Fukushima Treated Water

By SUZUKI Kazuto
The criticisms from China and South Korea are missing some crucial points.

Japan Faces Growing Pressure to Rethink Releasing Fukushima’s Wastewater into Ocean
April 16, 2021

Japan Faces Growing Pressure to Rethink Releasing Fukushima’s Wastewater into Ocean

By Thisanka Siripala
China and South Korea have reacted strongly to the Japanese government’s decision to release contaminated water from the crippled Fukushima nuclear reactor.

‘Great Walls’ and Geiger Counters: Life After Japan’s Triple Disaster
March 11, 2021

‘Great Walls’ and Geiger Counters: Life After Japan’s Triple Disaster

By Cristian Martini Grimaldi
Ten years after the Great East Japan Earthquake, the rebuilding process continues for the few who have returned to the region.

Fukushima Chief: No Need to Extend Decommissioning Target
March 04, 2021

Fukushima Chief: No Need to Extend Decommissioning Target

By Associated Press
Despite recent setbacks, the head of Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant says the goal to fully decommission in 30-40 years is on track.
Japan’s 3/11 Recovery Stalled by Fukushima Decommissioning Delays
March 13, 2020

Japan’s 3/11 Recovery Stalled by Fukushima Decommissioning Delays

By Thisanka Siripala
Delays in dismantling the disaster-stricken nuclear power complex cast doubt on whether recovery goals will move forward according to schedule.

Japan Considering Dumping Radioactive Water Into Pacific Ocean
September 21, 2019

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
March 14, 2019

The Truth About Radiation in Fukushima

By Maxime Polleri
Despite government claims, radiation from the 2011 nuclear disaster is not gone.

Japan’s Yucca Mountain: Nuclear Reboot Raises Questions on Waste Storage
August 10, 2015

Japan’s Yucca Mountain: Nuclear Reboot Raises Questions on Waste Storage

By Logan Pettinato
The restart of Sendai 1 is nearly complete, but uncertainty looms over Japan’s disposal strategy for fresh nuclear waste.
A Small But Important Milestone in the Fukushima Cleanup
November 07, 2014

A Small But Important Milestone in the Fukushima Cleanup

By Clint Richards
Plus Sendai disaster plans and Fukushima reconstruction progress. Weekly Japan nuclear energy links.

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