Awareness campaign for plan to dump radioactive water into ocean lands creators in hot water.
Fukushima (Page 2)
Video released on same day approval is granted for waste water project at Fukushima nuclear power plant.
Sensors were installed last spring at Reactor 3 building, registered no shaking in this month’s 7.1-magnitude quake.
As we reach almost a decade since the tragic incident which displaced over 100,000 individuals, Mother Nature makes her comeback.
Tokyo Electric Power Company plans to use new visa rules to add foreign staff to its 2011 earthquake/tsunami cleanup efforts.
If this particular anime pilgrimage spot was on your bucket list, you won’t be able to cross it off anymore (well, at least in its original location).
TEPCO seeks to redeem its reputation with the public by offering virtual tours of the site in Japanese and English.
Veteran employee was involved in measuring radiation levels immediately after 2011 earthquake and tsunami.
Will this flame of hope light the way for those still recovering from the Tohoku earthquake?
This “Festival of Tohoku Bonds” continues to pay homage to six of northern Japan’s most important annual festivals all at one time and one place.
High schooler hopes the prefecture will shed its disaster zone image, and that the rest of Japan will start to see Fukushima as normal again.
Feudal warriors’ home fails to intimidate fearless feline.
Lawsuit claims Tepco misled scale of 2011 Fukushima disaster, causing relief workers to be exposed to radiation.
Viewers were shocked to see the Reconstruction Minister rip into a journalist but then they couldn’t tear their eyes away from his necktie.
It’s amazing to see how far the region has come just six years after the 2011 tsunami, earthquake and nuclear disaster.
This incredible promotion lets you ski all day for free, in a powder snow paradise just a few hours away from Tokyo Station.



















Japan’s otoshidama tradition of giving kids money at New Year’s gets a social welfare upgrade
7-Eleven Japan’s ramen-cooking robot whipped us up a bowl of noodles【Taste test】
Hello Kitty Choco Egg figures are an adorable trip through three periods of Japanese pop culture【Pics】
Epic cutlet sandwiches in Osaka are the best Shinkansen bento
The top 8 fast food chains in Japan
The best booths and cosplayers from Summer Comiket 2024【Photos】
Nintendo releases Metroid-shaped ice cube/cooking tray and Samus arm cannon pillow【Pics】
Totoro, Catbus sleeping bags are perfect place to stay cozy all winter…if you fit inside【Pics】
I had no idea you could win crane game prizes in Japan the way my friend won this Dragon Quest Slime
Full-color anime art wall appears in Tokyo station as Jujutsu Kaisen returns to Shibuya【Photos】
7-Eleven Japan starts new temporary luggage storage service in over 300 branches
Disillusionment at Tsukiji’s tourist-target prices led us to a great ramen restaurant in Tokyo
Japan may add Japanese language proficiency, lifestyle classes to permanent foreign resident requirements
Starbucks Japan releases new zodiac chilled cup drink for 2026
Lacquerware supplier to emperor of Japan and Pokémon team up for new tableware
Starbucks teams up with 166-year-old Kyoto doll maker for Year of the Horse decorations【Photos】
Starbucks on a Shinkansen bullet train platform: 6 tips for using the automated store in Japan
Is this the most relaxing Starbucks in Japan?
Large amount of supposed human organs left in Osaka marketplace
Tokyo’s Tsukiji sushi neighborhood asks tour groups to stay away for the rest of the month
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Japanese train company is letting fans buy its actual ticket gates for their homes
Tokyo considering law requiring more trash cans following litter increase in heavily touristed area
Nintendo’s Kirby now delivering orders at Kura Sushi restaurants, but not in Japan
Tokyo event lets you travel back in time, for free, to celebrate 100 years since Showa era start
Sanrio theme park in Japan announces plans to expand into a Sanrio resort
Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answer
Japan’s deadliest food claims more victims, but why do people keep eating it for New Year’s?
We deeply regret going into this tunnel on our walk in the mountains of Japan
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
Major Japanese hotel chain says reservations via overseas booking sites may not be valid
Put sesame oil in your coffee? Japanese maker says it’s the best way to start your day【Taste test】
The top 10 annoying foreign tourist behaviors on trains, as chosen by Japanese people【Survey】
No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
Starbucks Japan reveals new sakura drinkware collection, inspired by evening cherry blossoms
The best booths and cosplayers from Summer Comiket 2024【Photos】
Nintendo releases Metroid-shaped ice cube/cooking tray and Samus arm cannon pillow【Pics】
Totoro, Catbus sleeping bags are perfect place to stay cozy all winter…if you fit inside【Pics】
I had no idea you could win crane game prizes in Japan the way my friend won this Dragon Quest Slime
Full-color anime art wall appears in Tokyo station as Jujutsu Kaisen returns to Shibuya【Photos】
Dragon Quest Slime toys appear at McDonald’s Japan in crossover with Grimace and pals【Video】
Nara deer shikadamari phenomenon continues to baffle visitors at Nara park
New anime mecha figure’s pilot is…you!?!【Photos】
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Is the all-you-can-eat KFC buffet in Tokyo really as good as they say it is?
Senkoji: The Japanese temple that’s more like a theme park to heaven and hell
We visit the full-scale Evangelion statue in Kyoto and particularly delight in the food tie-ins