The controversial decision was made at a ministerial meeting on Tuesday morning, as a significant amount of the water has accumulated at the site since the 2011 nuclear accident triggered by a devastating earthquake and ensuing tsunami, according to Japan ... ( read original story ...)
Japan to release water from stricken Fukushima nuclear plant
The threat of restrictions worries people in Japan's fishing industry, just as business was beginning to recover. "Nothing about the water release is beneficial to us," third-generation fisherman ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s plan to safely release treated radioactive Fukushima water into the sea
Japan is set to begin a decades-long process of pumping more than a million tonnes of treated radioactive water from the Fukushima nuclear power plant into the sea. The 1.3 million cubic metres of ... ( read original story ...)
Eat Like a Local in Tokyo: A Food Lover’s Guide to What & Where to Eat for a True Taste of Japan
Why is Tokyo often hailed as the world's culinary capital? The answer is deeply rooted in history, with a touch of nature's influence. Tokyo, formerly known as Edo, is renowned for its Four Foods of ... ( read original story ...)
Japan To Start Releasing Fukushima Water On Thursday
Japan will begin releasing cooling water from the stricken Fukushima power plant on Thursday, 12 years after one of the world's worst nuclear disasters. ( read original story ...)
Japan to begin gradual release of treated Fukushima wastewater Thursday
Since the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station was destroyed by a earthquake-generated tsunami on March 11, 2011, groundwater has been contaminated by coming into contact with the site. Japan's TEPCO has stored more than 1.3 million metric tons on the ... ( read original story ...)
Japan has a plan to deal with wastewater from the Fukushima nuclear plant. Here’s why it’s facing so much opposition
After the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant was heavily damaged by an earthquake and tsunami in 2011 — leading to three reactor meltdowns and the release of radioactive isotopes into the air — the Japanese government had to decide what to do ... ( read original story ...)
Central Pacific Bank and Tokyo Star Bank Co. announce business alliance
Central Pacific Bank recently announced it has signed a memorandum of understanding with Tokyo Star Bank Co., Ltd. regarding a new business alliance serving as a bridge between Japan and Hawaii. "CPB ... ( read original story ...)
Japan to start releasing Fukushima plant’s treated radioactive water to sea as early as Thursday
The Japanese government treated and diluted radioactive wastewater from the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant will be released into the ocean as early as Thursday ... ( read original story ...)
China and Japan have a little less appetite for U.S. Treasurys
In Japan, currency also plays a role in reduced appetite for U.S. Treasurys. The yen is at a decades low, and some investors think it might rise as interest rates rise in Japan. If the currency does ... ( read original story ...)
Japan vows to support fisheries during country’s decades-long process of releasing Fukushima nuclear waste
Fishermen have feared that the release of Fukushima’s nuclear waste may damage the industry’s reputation. In response, the Japanese government has vowed to support the industry. ( read original story ...)
Japan govt makes final plea to gain fisheries’ understanding for Fukushima plant water release
Japanese government officials sought understanding from fisheries groups for the release of treated radioactive wastewater from the wrecked Fukushima nuclear plant into the sea and pledged to support ... ( read original story ...)
Brooklyn Park Mayor Taking Japanese Business Trip with Governor
Gov. Tim Walz invited Brooklyn Park Mayor Hollies Winston to attend the Midwest U.S. Japan Association Conference in Osaka this September. ( read original story ...)
We stuffed Carlos Ghosn into a 3-ft box to escape Japan: He still owes us $1m
Mike Taylor and his son helped an auto executive escape from precarious circumstances in Japan. The exec found freedom. They found jail terms and hefty legal bills. ( read original story ...)
Funai Microfluidic Solutions relocates from Japan to Lexington
Funai Microfluidic Solutions (FMS) recently relocated its business unit headquarters to Lexington, Kentucky, from Osaka, Japan. A high-tech company recently relocated its business unit headquarters to ... ( read original story ...)
SMALL BUSINESS SUMMER: Tokyo 1
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - Tokyo 1 is located at 3211 W. Wadley Ave. in Midland. They are open Monday through Saturday, 11 am - 3 pm, 5 pm - 9 pm. Their phone number is (432) 247-1582, and they offer dine ... ( read original story ...)