Fukushima
Niigata approves restart of world's largest nuclear plant
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Niigata Governor Hideyo Hanazumi approved the restart of the world's largest nuclear plant, the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa facility, on Friday. This marks the first restart for operator TEPCO since the 2011 Fukushima disaster. The move supports Japan's goals to reduce fossil fuel reliance and achieve carbon neutrality.
Memorial events were held across Japan on March 11 to commemorate the 15th anniversary of the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi attended a ceremony in Fukushima Prefecture, pledging commitment to reconstruction. The government aims to lead recovery from the nuclear disaster and strengthen disaster preparedness.
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Fifteen years after the 2011 disaster, the 21 industrial parks built in Fukushima's coastal municipalities to revitalize the region, backed by generous government incentives, are displaying both successes and ongoing struggles.
Fukushima Prefectural Police have arrested a 43-year-old police sergeant on suspicion of voyeurism for attempting to take upskirt images using a miniature camera in his sneaker. The incident occurred outside JR Koriyama Station, spotted by a passerby who alerted authorities. The suspect was off duty at the time.
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Futaba town in Fukushima Prefecture eased entry restrictions on Tuesday in parts of its difficult-to-return zone, heavily contaminated by the 2011 nuclear accident. Residents can now access their homes without permission, marking the first such allowance in Fukushima's specified living areas. Overnight stays remain prohibited.