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IAEA Chief Reassures Residents That Treated Wastewater Discharge at Fukushima Nuclear Plant Is Safe

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

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

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

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

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.

What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?
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What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?

Japan Regulator Bans Nuke Plant Restart Over Lax Safeguards

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

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

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

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?

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

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

Disaster Preparedness: A Missed Opportunity in Sendai

By Christopher Hobson
Japan hosts a disaster conference but doesn't incorporate the lessons of 2011.

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