The 15th tropical storm of the season is forecast to make landfall in Ibaraki and Fukushima prefectures, bringing strong winds and heavy rain as it heads towards the Sea of Japan.

Ukedo Beach in Namie Town, Fukushima Prefecture, has reopened to the public for the first time in 16 years, following its closure due to the Great East Japan Earthquake and the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant accident.

Bandai Town in Fukushima Prefecture, Japan, issued an evacuation order for three districts, affecting 398 households and 1068 people, due to potential dangers. The order is a Level 4 alert, urging residents to evacuate immediately.

One year after a fatal brown bear attack in Fukushima Town, Hokkaido, DNA analysis linked the bear to a previous fatality, prompting experts to stress the importance of scientific methods for bear management.

After the Fukushima nuclear disaster forced over 150,000 people to flee and turned towns into ghost towns, one man, Naoto Matsumura, famously returned to the exclusion zone to rescue and care for the abandoned animals.

Ethan Vaz has become India's 96th Grandmaster at the age of 14, overcoming significant challenges including the 2011 Fukushima nuclear disaster and relying on crowdfunding and family sacrifices. His journey highlights a remarkable rise in the chess world.

Following a bus accident last month on the Ban-etsu Expressway in Fukushima Prefecture that resulted in deaths and injuries among high school students on a sports team expedition, a seminar was held for regional sports clubs nationwide to educate them on laws and precautions for safe bus operation.

Hideko Igarashi, 78, a survivor of the Fukushima tsunami, works as a storyteller for her city's tourism association, sharing memories of her lost family and emphasizing the importance of protecting lives.

An extensive search is underway in Fukushima, Japan, for an aggressive forest bear that has attacked and injured four people, one seriously. The bear, believed to be highly intelligent, escaped after being shot with a tranquilizer.

A bear that injured four people in a factory and residential area in Fukushima City on June 2, and had been confined to a nearby facility, escaped on the night of June 3. Authorities believe the bear may have opened a window lock to get out, and continue to urge caution in the surrounding area.

A large search operation is underway in Fukushima Prefecture after a wild bear injured four people and is believed to be hiding inside an industrial complex.

Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO) announced that it will begin removing spent nuclear fuel from the fuel pool of Fukushima Daiichi Unit 2 in early June, a process expected to take over two years.

A new study reveals a rapidly growing population of hybrid, mutated pigs in abandoned areas near Japan's Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant, a consequence of the 2011 disaster.

Japan has restarted operations at the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear power plant, the world's largest, marking a significant step in its efforts to revive its nuclear energy sector and reduce reliance on fossil fuels, 15 years after the Fukushima disaster.

Scientists have discovered that wild boars in the Fukushima exclusion zone have developed 'exceptional reproductive abilities,' leading to a faster-than-typical population growth and changing the ecological dynamics of the area.

Two male workers fell into a manhole in Fukushima City and were rescued, but both were transported in an unconscious state, prompting a police and fire department investigation.

Students involved in a fatal bus accident in Fukushima Prefecture, which injured and killed high schoolers on an expedition, told police the bus exhibited unstable driving, including sudden acceleration and deceleration, from the start of the journey.

Police are investigating the scene of a bus accident on the Ban-etsu Expressway in Fukushima Prefecture, where high school students on an expedition were killed or injured. The investigation, conducted on May 18, included the presence of the suspect driver to determine the circumstances at the time of the incident.

In the Fukushima microbus accident that killed or injured 21 high school students, investigators revealed that police had twice urged the arrested suspect to surrender their driver's license last month.

Fukushima Prefectural Police searched the bus operating company "Kambara Railway" in Gosen City, Niigata Prefecture, on suspicion of negligent driving causing death and injury, following a bus accident on the Ban-etsu Expressway on the 6th that killed or injured 21 high school students.

A microbus was involved in an accident on the Ban-etsu Expressway in Fukushima Prefecture, Japan, resulting in multiple injuries. The incident occurred around 7:30 AM, leading to road closures in the affected section.

Two individuals were transported to the hospital unconscious after a jet ski reportedly overturned on Lake Inawashiro in Fukushima Prefecture. Police are investigating the incident, which involved three people, one of whom was able to communicate.

A history podcast episode addresses listener feedback on Germany's reaction to the Chernobyl and Fukushima nuclear accidents, exploring the origins of 'German Angst' and the safety of nuclear energy.

A new analysis of the Chernobyl and Fukushima disasters reveals how radioactive materials move from soil and water into plants and animals, highlighting the ongoing risks these materials pose to human health.

Japan's Fukushima No. 1 nuclear plant, site of a major disaster, is now attracting tourists interested in 'dark tourism,' visiting locations associated with tragedy and disaster.

Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO) released results from an internal investigation of Fukushima Daiichi Unit 2 reactor, revealing extremely high radiation levels inside. This is the first time radiation levels have been measured inside the melted-down reactor since the accident, suggesting nuclear fuel debris may still remain.

Authorities across Japan are implementing measures to prepare for increased bear sightings as the animals emerge from hibernation, following an incident in Koriyama, Fukushima, where a bear was culled near a highway.

Mesirow, a global financial services firm, has announced the expansion of its Asia-Pacific presence by opening a new office in Tokyo. The firm has appointed Mr. Manabu Ogi and Mr. Katsuya Fukushima to lead the new operations, strengthening its footprint in the region.

The Japanese Emperor and his family visited a memorial in Fukushima Prefecture for the 2011 disaster, inspecting reconstruction efforts following the devastating event.

The Japanese Emperor and his family have visited municipalities affected by the nuclear accident in Fukushima for the first time since the disaster. The visit is to inspect ongoing reconstruction efforts in the region.

TEPCO has announced the halt of cooling operations for a spent fuel pool at its Fukushima Daini nuclear power plant.

Fifteen years after the disaster, Tomioka Winery in Fukushima is set to sell its first wine made in the town this spring, transforming into a vital community hub.

Tepco has announced the completion of the seventh and final treated water release for fiscal year 2025 from its damaged Fukushima No. 1 nuclear power plant.

A collision between a light vehicle and a regular car occurred in a national highway tunnel on the border of Fukushima City and Inawashiro Town, resulting in six people, including three children, being transported to the hospital. One woman is reportedly unconscious.

Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO) has released new drone footage from inside Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant's Unit 3, showing potential nuclear fuel debris directly beneath the reactor for the first time since the 2011 accident. The images, captured during an internal investigation, reveal deposits that could be melted fuel.

Disaster-hit Fukushima towns are experiencing stalled migration due to a severe housing shortage, as reconstruction efforts have led to the demolition of 19,000 homes with limited new construction.

The #1 movie on HBO Max right now is a documentary, Fukushima: A Nuclear Nightmare, an exploration of the real-life Fukushima nuclear disaster.

A documentary chronicles the unimaginable disaster that struck Japan after the tsunami, threatening a second Chernobyl, with 50 individuals remaining to confront the crisis.

Fifteen years after the earthquake, tsunami, and nuclear accident, people are beginning to return to the former exclusion zone around the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant.

A reflective piece examines the profound impact of major disasters like Fukushima and Chernobyl on nuclear safety management, focusing on changing risk perceptions and the development of new equipment to handle extreme hazards.

Japan today remembered the nuclear disaster in Fukushima, which occurred 15 years ago due to a powerful earthquake and tsunami, killing nearly 20,000 people, with consequences still felt today.

Fifteen years after the devastating Fukushima nuclear power plant accident, caused by a magnitude 9 earthquake and tsunami, the aftermath is still marked by uncertainty and a lack of accountability for the world's most severe nuclear incident.

Fifteen years after the Fukushima disaster caused by a tsunami, efforts to decommission the nuclear power plant continue, with the recovery of melted fuel being a crucial but years-long step.

Today marks 15 years since the Fukushima disaster on March 11, 2011, caused by one of the largest earthquakes ever recorded, as Japan now moves towards a nuclear future.

Fifteen years after the triple catastrophe that killed over 20,000 people, a report revisits the ghost towns of Fukushima, where time appears to have fractured since the nuclear disaster.

Japan on Wednesday marked 15 years since a devastating earthquake and tsunami struck the country’s northeastern areas, triggering the world’s worst nuclear disaster since the 1986 Chernobyl…

Fifteen years after the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear accident, Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO) faces challenges in finding a path for compensation and decommissioning, despite restarting the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa Nuclear Power Plant Unit 6.

A former Fukushima plant worker, Toru Akama, has dedicated his life to caring for dozens of pets abandoned after the nuclear catastrophe 15 years ago, viewing it as a quest for redemption.

Japanese Environment Minister Ishihara stated that the reuse of decontaminated soil from the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant accident will proceed cautiously, acknowledging public concerns and aiming to deepen understanding.

An NHK survey conducted ahead of the 15th anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake and Fukushima Daiichi nuclear accident reveals that many residents believe public understanding and wider reuse are crucial for the final disposal of decontaminated soil outside Fukushima Prefecture.

A photo gallery reflects on the Fukushima disaster, highlighting that the area remains an open wound 15 years after the event.

In the three prefectures of Iwate, Miyagi, and Fukushima, which were affected by the Great East Japan Earthquake and the accident at the Tokyo Electric Power Company's Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station, the maintenance costs for public facilities and infrastructure developed through reconstruction projects and managed by each municipality have increased by an average of 1.7 times compared to before the earthquake, NHK has learned. Experts point out that 'it is important to consider concentrated urban development that responds to population decline at the stage of creating reconstruction plans.'

It will soon be 15 years since the Great East Japan Earthquake and the accident at Tokyo Electric Power Company's Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant. In an NHK survey of people living in the affected areas, about 30% answered that their mental and physical health and livelihood have been affected by the earthquake. Of these, about 30% answered that they have no one to rely on when they feel anxious. Experts point out that "efforts are needed to prevent people with lingering effects from becoming isolated."

Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO) has started an internal investigation of the containment vessel of Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant's Unit 3 using a small drone, aiming to gather new information on melted nuclear fuel debris ahead of the 15th anniversary of the accident.

It had not been unusual for Yamatsumi Shrine, one of rare Shinto shrines dedicated to wolves, to be flooded with people and stalls during its annual festival before 3/11.

Fifteen years after the Fukushima disaster, the number of medical institutions in Fukushima Prefecture has significantly decreased, posing a major challenge for evacuees considering return.

Prime Minister Takaichi is making arrangements to attend a ceremony organized by Fukushima Prefecture on March 11, marking 15 years since the Great East Japan Earthquake and the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear accident, signaling the government's commitment to reconstruction.

Japan's Social Democratic Party (SDP) leader Fukushima has announced her intention to run in the upcoming party leadership election, vowing to lead the party in upholding the constitution and expanding its influence.

A robot arm, slated for the trial removal of nuclear fuel debris at Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant's Unit 2 this summer, was publicly unveiled to the press on the 25th.

Warner Bros. Discovery has purchased the history documentary series 'Days That Shocked The World' for distribution in EMEA, which will revisit major events such as Fukushima, Chernobyl, and 9/11.

A review of the 2011 Fukushima nuclear disaster recounts the event, highlighting the heroism of the 'Fukushima 50' while raising questions about corporate secrecy and nuclear safety.

A dinosaur bone discovered in 1999 on the Fukushima coast has been identified as belonging to a 3-meter iguanodontian. This discovery provides new insights into prehistoric life in the region.

On July 30, approximately 30 buildings, including homes and warehouses in Sukagawa, Fukushima Prefecture, sustained damage such as blown-off roofs, with the meteorological observatory investigating the incident as likely caused by a sudden gust of wind.

Fifteen years after the 2011 tsunami, Japan has completed a 400-kilometer anti-tsunami wall and is restarting its nuclear industry. The report questions whether these measures adequately prepare for future disasters or reflect a denial of worst-case scenarios.

Residents of Fukushima express fears that the focus on reconstruction efforts will diminish if the Reconstruction Agency's responsibilities are absorbed by a new Disaster Management Agency.

Following a bus accident on the Ban-etsu Expressway in Fukushima Prefecture that resulted in high school students being killed or injured during an away game, the government has compiled safety measures, including requiring schools to directly arrange drivers for rental or private vehicles used for long-distance club activities and verify their licenses and driving records.

Spent nuclear fuel storage rates have reached up to 90% of capacity at some of Japan's reactors, with 15 reactors at nine plants having restarted since the 2011 Fukushima disaster.

A study has revealed that the 2011 earthquake in Japan, which triggered a devastating tsunami and the Fukushima reactor disaster, caused the country's landmass to shift eastward by up to six millimeters.

International Atomic Energy Agency Director-General Rafael Grossi will visit Japan to monitor the discharge of treated water containing small amounts of radioactive tritium from the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant.

Japan's Nuclear Regulation Authority has reported that radiation levels in 70% of Fukushima Prefecture have returned to the national average, approximately 15 years after the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant accident. This data was compiled from measurements taken over the period.

Air radiation levels in approximately 70% of Fukushima have decreased to the national average, with notable improvements in building lots and agricultural sites.

During the traditional Soma Nomaoi festival in Fukushima, Japan, a horse entered the spectator stands, colliding with attendees and resulting in three people being hospitalized.

Prosecutors have initiated a 'detention for expert examination' for the 68-year-old suspect who was driving the bus involved in a fatal accident on the Ban-etsu Expressway in Fukushima, to assess his criminal responsibility.

Following a fatal bus accident involving high school students on an expedition in Fukushima Prefecture, the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) and the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) held a joint meeting. They plan to formulate guidelines for schools and bus operators by the end of next month.

A mutated species of 'super pigs' has reportedly emerged following the 2011 Fukushima nuclear disaster in Japan. The accident, caused by a powerful earthquake, led to significant environmental changes in the region.

A Japanese journalist has documented a 40-year journey advocating against nuclear power, bearing witness to events from Hiroshima to Fukushima.

Following a fatal bus accident involving high school students in Fukushima, Japan's Ministry of Education and Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism will establish a liaison meeting to ensure safety during club activities travel.

Police are interviewing students who were involved in a bus accident on the Ban-etsu Expressway in Fukushima Prefecture, where high school students on an expedition were killed or injured, with some students having filmed the moments leading up to the crash.

A high school in Niigata Prefecture held a second press conference following a bus accident on the Ban-etsu Expressway in Fukushima, which resulted in 21 students and others being killed or injured during a club activity trip.

An earthquake with a magnitude of 4.6 and a depth of 50 km occurred off the coast of Fukushima Prefecture at approximately 8:31 AM, registering a seismic intensity of 3 in some areas, with no tsunami risk.

An earthquake with a magnitude of 4.2 occurred at approximately 4:35 AM on the 6th, with its epicenter in the Nakadori region of Fukushima Prefecture at a depth of 90 kilometers. Shirokawa City, Tamura City, and Namie Town in Fukushima Prefecture experienced a seismic intensity of 3, with no tsunami warning issued.

Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings (TEPCO) announced a net loss of 454.2 billion yen for the fiscal year ending March, primarily due to increased preparation costs for decommissioning the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant.

At the Social Democratic Party's convention, leader Mizuho Fukushima stated the party must fulfill its role in protecting the constitution and committed to expanding the party's strength.

A man in his 50s was attacked by a bear and sustained leg injuries while foraging for wild vegetables in a forest in Fukushima City on the morning of the 26th. The bear fled the scene after the attack, and police are advising the public to avoid the area.

One article discusses Chernobyl's ongoing challenges 40 years after its disaster, now compounded by war. The other highlights Fukushima's efforts to revitalize the area through 'hope tourism' after its own nuclear accident.

A Self-Defense Force member in their 30s was attacked by a bear and sustained arm injuries near a Ground Self-Defense Force training ground in Nishigo Village, Fukushima Prefecture, on April 22. The injuries are not life-threatening.

A bear that was seen in a residential area of Koriyama, Fukushima, has now been confirmed to be in bushes along a highway, prompting continued vigilance from police and city authorities.

Japan's Emperor and Empress, along with their daughter Princess Aiko, visited educational facilities in Okuma Town, Fukushima Prefecture, and met with local residents who have returned after the nuclear accident.

Mizuho Fukushima has secured reelection as the leader of Japan's Social Democratic Party, despite concerns that the leadership race could create a serious divide within the party.

Mizuho Fukushima has been re-elected as the leader of Japan's Social Democratic Party following a re-election ballot held on April 6. Her re-election comes as her term was set to expire.

Cooling of the spent nuclear fuel pool at Unit 1 of the Fukushima Daini Nuclear Power Plant was stopped due to a pump malfunction. TEPCO states there is an 8-day margin before the temperature limit is reached and is working to restore cooling.

A magnitude 5.0 earthquake jolted Ibaraki Prefecture, registering a Shindo 5-weak in Tochigi, prompting the Japanese government to establish an information liaison office. There were no immediate reports of injuries or damage, and no abnormalities were confirmed at Fukushima Daiichi or Tokai Daini nuclear power plants, with no tsunami threat.

Drone footage from inside a Fukushima reactor has revealed a hole in the pressure vessel, which is likely caused by fuel debris.

New drone video from inside a Fukushima reactor shows a significant hole in the pressure vessel, which is believed to be caused by fuel debris.

Toru Akama tends to dozens of pets abandoned after the catastrophe 15 years ago, work he sees as part of his quest for redemption.

A former worker from the Fukushima nuclear plant has dedicated their life to rescuing and caring for pets left behind after the 2011 nuclear disaster, highlighting the long-term impact on animals.

Nikkei Asia reflects on Japan's tsunami 15 years after the disaster and the subsequent recovery and comeback of the Fukushima region.

Just 15 of the country’s 54 reactors have been reactivated due to expert skepticism and citizen mistrust

Tepco announced it will maintain its goal of decommissioning the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant by 2051, with key tasks for debris removal and fuel recovery planned for the coming year.

Ex-Fukushima worker’s life of pets  The Star | Malaysia

Fifteen years after the Fukushima disaster, the EU Commission President is openly advocating for nuclear power, despite ongoing unresolved issues related to its implementation and safety.

Japan marks the 15th anniversary of the Fukushima tragedy, reflecting on the devastating earthquake, tsunami, and nuclear disaster.

Memorial ceremonies were held in Miyagi, Iwate, and Fukushima prefectures on March 11, marking 15 years since the Great East Japan Earthquake and the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant accident, with participants mourning the victims.

Fifteen years after the Fukushima disaster, Japan is reportedly returning to nuclear power, driven by new radiation concerns and hopes for the future.

Fukushima Governor Masao Uchibori has called for further reconstruction efforts, noting that the prefectural government annually reviews and improves measures based on self-assessments and resident feedback.

March 11 marks 15 years since the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster, triggered by a 9.0 magnitude earthquake and a giant tsunami, which became Japan's worst post-war crisis.

El programa diario de 'La Vanguardia' recoge las noticias más destacables del día y las aborda en profundidad de la mano de expertos, protagonistas y periodistas

Fifteen years after the 2011 nuclear disaster, residents in Fukushima continue to monitor radiation levels, with color-coded maps displayed in local establishments like the Futabaya Ryokan inn.

15 years after Fukushima meltdown, an innkeeper makes radiation surveys to revitalize her hometown  AP News

A JPMorgan energy analysis has quantified the economic cost of Germany's decision to cease nuclear power production following the 2011 Fukushima accident, a move German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has acknowledged as an error.

The clean-up operation at Japan's tsunami-devastated Fukushima nuclear plant is adopting a pioneering approach, potentially serving as a model for future nuclear recovery efforts globally.

Ahead of the 15th anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake and the accident at Tokyo Electric Power Company's Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station on the 11th of this month, Reconstruction Minister Makino stated on NHK's "Sunday Discussion" that he intends to advance the identification of utilization methods for the reuse of soil removed during decontamination and stored in Fukushima Prefecture.

The operation, scheduled to run until March 24, will result in the release of about 7,800 tons of treated water containing tritium.

The church’s mission has expanded beyond Sunday worship and into things such as tea gatherings and English classes to become an anchor for residents.

Japanese prefectural governors are unwilling to accept contaminated soil from the Fukushima nuclear power plant decontamination efforts without more safety information and central government support, making it difficult to find a storage location.

Eams Robotics, based in the Fukushima city of Minamisoma, produces and sells industrial drones.

A 22-meter robotic arm, described as snake-like, will be used to sample and remove radioactive debris from the damaged Fukushima nuclear power plant in Japan.

A new snake-like robot has been unveiled, designed specifically for the challenging task of removing debris from the damaged Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant.

A special exhibition featuring works by Dutch painter Vincent van Gogh, titled 'The Great Gogh Exhibition,' has opened in Fukushima City, aiming to be a driving force for the future after the earthquake and nuclear accident.

Local governments in Fukushima are facing difficulties in recruiting workers, a stark contrast to previous times when municipal jobs were highly competitive, prompting them to implement various measures to attract candidates.

Kaneyama Town in Fukushima Prefecture issued an evacuation order for 162 households and 316 residents in specific districts, urging the elderly and disabled to evacuate due to heightened risk of landslides.

Tepco Chairperson Keisuke Yokoo met with Fukushima Gov. Masao Uchibori for the first time since taking office in June, pledging the energy firm's ongoing support for the region after the meltdowns.

Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO) has announced plans to commence preparations this month for the third trial removal of nuclear fuel debris at Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant Unit 2, utilizing a robotic arm.

Japanese football legend Kazu Miura will celebrate his 60th birthday as a professional footballer after extending his contract with third-division club Fukushima United.

A town in Fukushima, Japan, has eased entry restrictions following extensive decontamination work in areas impacted by the 2011 nuclear meltdown, allowing registered residents to return to their homes.

Municipalities surrounding the Chernobyl nuclear power plant in Ukraine are set to sign a cooperation agreement with Futaba Town in Fukushima Prefecture, Japan, to share lessons and facilitate recovery efforts 40 years after the Chernobyl disaster.

Police and hunters in Fukushima, Japan, are conducting a large-scale search for a 'highly intelligent' bear that attacked four people and then evaded capture by opening a factory window.

The bear that injured four people in a factory and residential area in Fukushima City on the 2nd continues to remain on the premises of a nearby business on the 3rd, with police and the city continuing to maintain vigilance in the area.

Tokyo Electric Power Company has begun removing nuclear fuel from the fuel pool of Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant's Unit 2 reactor.

The traditional Soma Nomaoi festival in Fukushima's Soma region entered its second day, with approximately 400 mounted samurai warriors parading through Minamisoma City.

A new futuristic stadium planned for Fukushima aims to revolutionize modern sports facility construction by focusing on local wood, passive energy, and active community involvement in its building process.

In a bus accident on the Ban-etsu Expressway in Fukushima Prefecture, where high school students on an expedition were killed or injured, video footage taken by students inside the bus showed the driver's condition just before the crash. Investigators found no evidence of the driver attempting to avoid the accident.

A hybrid population of "super pigs" is reportedly spreading uncontrollably in the abandoned areas around Fukushima, Japan, more than a decade after the 2011 nuclear disaster.

Following a bus accident in Fukushima Prefecture that resulted in casualties among high school students on an extracurricular trip, the Liberal Democratic Party held a meeting where members called for strengthening the Ministry of Education's investigation authority to ensure safety in off-campus activities.

A farmer from Fukushima Prefecture, who moved to Kumamoto after an earthquake, is now working to revitalize his new home, inspired by the local residents' mutual support.

Police in Fukushima Prefecture are conducting a detailed examination of the microbus involved in an accident on the Ban-etsu Expressway, which resulted in 21 high school students being injured or killed, to determine the cause of the collision.

Japanese police arrested a bus driver on suspicion of negligent driving after a crash on a Fukushima expressway killed a high school student, with investigators examining if speeding and improper licensing were factors.

A high school student died in a fatal accident on the Ban-etsu Expressway in Fukushima, possibly after being thrown from the rear seat. Investigators found no noticeable brake marks at the scene of the crash.

Toru Yamada's intimate documentary 'At the Triangle Intersection' captures the silences, routines, and unresolved tensions of post-disaster life in Fukushima without narration or music.

Firefighting efforts are ongoing at the site of a forest fire that broke out on April 26 in Kitakata City, Fukushima Prefecture, Japan, even as rain has begun to fall and the intensity of the blaze is reportedly subsiding.

A forest fire broke out in Kitakata, Fukushima Prefecture, leading to evacuation orders for 178 households as firefighters continue to battle the blaze.

The site of Japan's wrecked nuclear plant, Fukushima, has reportedly transformed into an unexpected tourist destination.

Japan's medical societies and prefectural medical associations in Fukushima and Mie are collaborating to have local family doctors provide follow-up care for blood cancer patients, whose survival rates have improved.

Emperor Naruhito, Empress Masako, and Princess Aiko visited a facility in Fukushima Prefecture to convey the damage of the Great East Japan Earthquake. Concurrently, a former teacher, spurred by memories of child victims, is sharing stories at the Great East Japan Earthquake and Nuclear Disaster Memorial Museum, contributing to ongoing remembrance efforts.

TEPCO has resumed cooling operations for a spent fuel pool at the Fukushima Daini nuclear power plant.

Disruptions to natural gas supplies, exacerbated by a new oil shock, are prompting countries in Asia and elsewhere to reconsider and accelerate their adoption of nuclear energy, reversing previous rejections after the 2011 Fukushima disaster.

Emperor and Empress and Princess Aiko are scheduled to visit Fukushima Prefecture from April 6th to 7th, marking 15 years since the Great East Japan Earthquake.

An article discusses how the lessons from Fukushima seem to have been forgotten, emphasizing that the inherent dangers of nuclear power persist or even increase due to new crises like war and natural disasters.

The world's first hotel powered by hydrogen has opened in Fukushima Prefecture, Japan. The hotel is located in a town that also hosts one of the largest hydrogen production bases globally.

The Social Democratic Party's leadership election in Japan will proceed to a run-off vote between incumbent Mizuho Fukushima and former House of Councillors member Yuko Otsubaki, as no candidate secured a majority in the initial count.

Fifteen years after the devastating earthquake and tsunami, Namie, a town in Fukushima, has established itself as a successful onshore aquaculture hub, reviving its fisheries industry through innovative methods despite remaining difficult-to-return zones.

Over half of local leaders want Fukushima nuclear plant site cleared by 2051: survey  毎日新聞

Fifteen years on from the Fukushima catastrophe in Japan, what can the work of diverse photographers reveal about the region and its residents?

Fifteen years after the Fukushima disaster, Japan is reaffirming its commitment to reviving nuclear power, a decision strengthened by the ongoing Iran War. European companies are expected to benefit from Japan's renewed investment in atomic energy.

Japan remembers the devastating triple catastrophe of March 2011, which included an earthquake, tsunami, and nuclear plant explosion, claiming over 18,000 lives. Images from the aftermath reveal the immense scale of destruction.

The presence of supermarkets is considered essential for attracting new residents and facilitating the return of evacuees to Fukushima communities, by ensuring easy access to fresh food and daily necessities.

The three active cores at the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant experienced meltdowns. Philip FONG/AFP/GettyImages March 11, 2026, marks 15 years since the disaster at the Fukushima Daiichi…

Exactly 15 years after the Fukushima disaster, the Swiss Council of States is considering enabling the construction of new nuclear power plants, with politicians citing the geopolitical situation and decarbonization as new facts.

Fifteen years after the Fukushima disaster, the world is reflecting on the 2011 nuclear accident while the EU debates a revival of nuclear energy and the future of mini-nuclear power plants.

Fifteen years after the Fukushima nuclear accident, residents are beginning to return to Futaba, a Japanese coastal town that was a restricted zone, with some seeking their past and others their future.

Fukushima is experiencing a corporate comeback 15 years after Japan's worst disaster, showcasing economic recovery in the region.

Japan marks 15 years since the Great East Japan Earthquake, tsunami, and Fukushima Daiichi nuclear accident. Challenges persist for disaster victims, with concerns over continuous support and the slow progress of decommissioning the Fukushima plant. Meanwhile, seismic activity in the Tohoku region, while decreasing, remains active, prompting warnings from experts.

As memories of the Fukushima disaster recede, Japan is increasingly embracing a nuclear-powered future, signaling a shift in its energy policy.

A magnitude 4.6 earthquake struck off the coast of Fukushima Prefecture at 3:28 PM, with a depth of 60 km. No tsunami is expected from the tremor.

The 21 sites were built in coastal municipalities to revitalize the region, with the government offering lavish incentives.

Fifteen years after the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear accident, securing approximately 5,000 workers daily for decommissioning work has become a challenge for TEPCO and its contractors, due to the difficulty in forecasting long-term work content and order volumes.

Japan’s Fukushima Clean-Up Offers a Blueprint for Nuclear Recovery  Bloomberg.com

Regarding the reconstruction from the Great East Japan Earthquake and the nuclear accident, Minister Makino stated that the nation must take responsibility and be involved until the end in the mid- to long-term challenges for Fukushima's reconstruction, and expressed his intention to make full efforts to enable those who wish to return to do so as soon as possible.

The Fukushima District Court Koriyama Branch sentenced a 37-year-old defendant from Fukushima City to 5 years in prison, stating that 'the crime was malicious and resulted in irreversible serious consequences,' for assisting in the suicides of five people in their teens and twenties whom he met through social media.

An initiative based on reciprocal kindness that began in the city after the March 2011 disasters is gaining popularity both at home and abroad.

Japan's Environment Ministry is working to expand the reuse of soil with low levels of radioactive contamination, collected from areas affected by the 2011 Fukushima meltdown.

Fukushima police are implementing psychology-based audio messages in stores as a new strategy to deter shoplifting, aiming to reduce retail crime through innovative methods.

A new snake-like robot has been unveiled, designed to assist in the complex and dangerous task of removing debris from the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant.

Tokyo Electric Power Company (Tepco) has introduced a 22-meter-long robotic arm, resembling a snake, to extract radioactive waste samples from inside the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant in Japan.

Emperor Naruhito, Empress Masako, and their daughter Princess Aiko are scheduled to visit Iwate, Miyagi, and Fukushima prefectures from March to April, marking 15 years since the Great East Japan Earthquake.

Japan's nuclear power revival triggers Fukushima foreboding  Nikkei Asia