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NUCLEAR ENERGY

People wave Iranian flags during a rally in Tehran on Friday.
WORLD / EXPLAINER
May 30, 2026
Iran¡¯s strongest card in nuclear talks: its highly enriched uranium
Iran and the United States are in discussions to extend their ceasefire so as to start negotiations on issues including Tehran¡¯s nuclear program.
A maintenance worker inspects a generator during a maintenance outage at a nuclear power plant in Almaraz, western Spain, on April 23.
WORLD
May 4, 2026
Village braces for closure of Spain¡¯s largest nuclear plant
The Almaraz plant, which contributes around 7% of Spain¡¯s electricity production, is slated to close in 2028.
Iranian army soldiers stand in front of a picture of Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei during a rally in Tehran on Wednesday.
WORLD
Apr 30, 2026
Supreme leader vows Iran won¡¯t give up nuclear technologies
The Islamic Republic will ¡°guard¡± its ¡°advanced technologies¡± like it does its own borders, Mojtaba Khamenei said in a written statement.
A tour guide gives explanations to visitors from an observation platform overlooking the damaged No. 2, No. 3 and No. 4 nuclear reactors at the Fukushima No. 1 nuclear power plant in Okuma, Fukushima Prefecture, last month.
51³Ô¹ÏÍø
Apr 26, 2026
Japan¡¯s wrecked nuclear plant becomes a tourist destination
The Fukushima No. 1 nuclear plant is now a destination for ¡°dark tourism¡± ¡ª travel to sites associated with tragedy, violence, or disaster, like Auschwitz, the killing fields of Ca
Oil storage containers and facilities in Germany. The cost of the EU's fossil fuel imports has risen by €6 billion since the start of the 51³Ô¹ÏÍø, putting massive upward pressure on the continent¡¯s power prices.
ENVIRONMENT / Energy
Mar 19, 2026
51³Ô¹ÏÍø energy shock sparks global push to reduce fossil fuel dependence
Ideas include expanding nuclear energy and renewables, growing strategic stockpiles and domestic production, and diversifying foreign sources of supply.
Reactor buildings at the tsunami-crippled Fukushima No.1 nuclear power plant in the town of Okuma, Fukushima Prefecture, on Jan. 22
51³Ô¹ÏÍø
Mar 6, 2026
Fukushima nuclear power plant discharging final round of treated water for FY2025
The operation, scheduled to run until March 24, will result in the release of about 7,800 tons of treated water containing tritium.
A robot arm unveiled by Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings for use in the trial removal of nuclear fuel debris at its tsunami-crippled Fukushima No. 1 nuclear plant, on Wednesday in Fukushima Prefecture
51³Ô¹ÏÍø
Feb 26, 2026
Tepco unveils new robot arm for nuclear debris removal
The 22-meter-long robot arm can grab debris from a wider area than fishing rod-like devices previously used at the tsunami-crippled Fukushima No. 1 nuclear plant.
U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff shakes hands with Omani Foreign Minister Badr bin Hamad al-Busaidi as Jared Kushner looks on during a meeting in Muscat, Oman, on Friday.
WORLD / Politics
Feb 7, 2026
Iran says talks with U.S. in Oman were ¡®good start¡¯ and will continue
The remarks could help allay concern that failure to reach a deal might nudge the Middle East closer to war.
The Fugen advanced converter reactor is seen behind the No. 2 reactor (right) of the Tsuruga nuclear power plant in Tsuruga, Fukui Prefecture.
51³Ô¹ÏÍø
Dec 24, 2025
Leak of tritium-containing water reported at Fugen nuclear reactor
The leak occurred when a pipe was cut at the nuclear reactor, which is undergoing decommissioning work.
Executives of Nihon Hidankyo, including Secretary-General Jiro Hamasumi (second from right) and co-chair Terumi Tanaka (third from left) in Tokyo in June
51³Ô¹ÏÍø
Dec 17, 2025
One year on, Nihon Hidankyo seeks to continue as members age
The average age of survivors of the August 1945 atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki is now over 86.
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi visits the Fukushima No. 1 nuclear power plant in Fukushima Prefecture on Tuesday.
51³Ô¹ÏÍø
Dec 3, 2025
Takaichi inspects crippled Fukushima nuclear plant
The trip was apparently intended to demonstrate Takaichi¡¯s administration¡¯s focus on rebuilding areas affected by the March 2011 earthquake, tsunami and nuclear disaster.
In 2018, French state-controlled energy giant Electricite de France signed a €600 million deal, unaffected by international sanctions over the Ukraine war, with a subsidiary of a Russian state company for the recycling of reprocessed uranium.
WORLD / Politics
Nov 17, 2025
French uranium being sent to Russia, Greenpeace says
The move is legal but ¡°immoral,¡± the head of Greenpeace France¡¯s nuclear campaign said, as nations seek to step up sanctions on the Russian government over its invasion of Ukraine.
A U.S. Virginia-class nuclear-powered submarine arrives at port in Rockingham, Australia, in February.
51³Ô¹ÏÍø
Nov 10, 2025
Japan likely to discuss possessing nuclear subs
The Maritime Self-Defense Force currently possesses submarines powered by diesel engines and lithium-ion batteries.
Takeo Fukuda, head of Shimonagatsuka district, stands in front of his home in the town of Futaba, Fukushima Prefecture, on Tuesday.
51³Ô¹ÏÍø
Nov 4, 2025
Fukushima town eases entry restrictions in contaminated areas
Following the easing of the restrictions, residents can enter their homes without permission, though they are not permitted to stay overnight.
Haruo Kataoka (center) applauds after being reelected as mayor of Suttsu in Hokkaido, in the town on Tuesday.
51³Ô¹ÏÍø / Politics
Oct 29, 2025
Hokkaido town mayor backing nuclear waste survey reelected
The 76-year-old independent incumbent, Haruo Kataoka, defeated former town council member Shingo Ogushi.
Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi speaks during a news conference Monday at the Prime Minister's Office.
51³Ô¹ÏÍø / Politics
Sep 30, 2025
Japan resumes sanctions against Iran in line with U.N. resolution
Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi stated that Japan¡¯s stance of calling for a solution through dialogue remains unchanged.
A group of 12 Japanese companies has invested in U.S.-based fusion energy startup Commonwealth Fusion Systems.
BUSINESS / Companies
Sep 3, 2025
12 Japanese firms invest in U.S. fusion energy startup
The consortium aims to commercialize nuclear fusion power generation in Japan at an early date by acquiring technical knowledge through the investment.
Mihama Mayor Hideki Toshima expressed his support on Monday for Kansai Electric Power Co.'s planned survey for building a new reactor at its Mihama nuclear power plant in Fukui Prefecture.
51³Ô¹ÏÍø / Society
Aug 5, 2025
Mihama mayor willing to accept survey for new nuclear reactor
At a meeting with senior officials of Kansai Electric, Toshima said that the town would accept the survey with the understanding of local communities.
Vehicles of delegations leave the Omani Embassy after a fifth round of nuclear talks between Iran and the United States, in Rome on May 23.
WORLD / Politics
Jun 1, 2025
Damning IAEA report spells out past secret nuclear activities in Iran
The findings pave the way for a push to declare Tehran in violation of its non-proliferation obligations.
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei speaks during a meeting in Tehran on Tuesday.
WORLD / Politics
May 21, 2025
Iran faces U.S. without Plan B as nuclear red lines collide
Iran may turn to China and Russia as a ¡°Plan B,¡± but with Beijing¡¯s trade war with Washington, and Moscow distracted with its war in Ukraine, the backup plan seems shaky.
Japan scientists identify clusters of protein believed to trigger Alzheimer¡¯s disease
A team of researchers said they found a ¡°seed¡± that accelerates the amyloid beta accumulation process in the brain, naming it ¡°Peak 1 amyloid beta,¡± as seen in a mouse's brain.
Indian brothers make manga debut in Japan
Two Indian brothers made their manga debut in Japan with "Kung Fu Kung Fool" ¡ª an action-comedy series that follows the adventures of a notorious thief and a young boy.
Low-income families in Japan cut food and air conditioning during summer break
Yumiko Watanabe, the chairperson of nonprofit Kidsdoor, explains the results of a survey in Tokyo's Chiyoda Ward on July 1.
Iran strikes on CIA facilities prompt questions about possible Russian role
Iranian drones are displayed in an undisclosed location in Iran, in this handout image obtained on Jan. 13, 2025.U.S. officials have acknowledged that Russia has ?provided targeting ?and other support for Iran in its drone strikes on U.S. targets in the Persian Gulf region.
Intervention is the word after yen moves beyond ?163 and sits there
The government could prop up the yen at any moment, though its signaling is hard to read.
Can Japanese comedy get laughs in English? Yoshimoto Kogyo lets the jokes rip
Wes-P has millions of followers and his viral clips made him recognizable out of Japan.
The 180-day locals: Life on Japan¡¯s digital nomad visa
Christopher Flinn works remotely from Tokyo earlier this month. Japan issued 646 digital nomad visas in 2025, but tourism officials are hoping to increase that figure in the coming years, with Japan's relatively cheap cost of living and the weak yen seen as potential draws for young professionals.
Japan reveals hint of new defense spending target in fiscal blueprint
The Self-Defense Forces' Type 16 mobile combat vehicle fires during a joint live-fire drill with U.S. Marines as part of the annual Resolute Dragon exercises in Yufu, Oita Prefecture, on June 28.
Summer has arrived in Japan and so have hot sleepless nights
Amid the heat and humidity in Japan, a good night¡¯s sleep is growing increasingly elusive without the heavy use of air conditioning.
Maya Ongaku¡¯s DIY dream is getting bigger
The members of Maya Ongaku ¡ª (from left) Tsutomu Sonoda, Shoei Ikeda and Ryota Takano ¡ª grew up on the Shonan Coast south of Tokyo and have been friends since their school days.

Podcast

One of the many entrances to the Kabukicho neighborhood in Tokyo¡¯s Shinjuku Ward.
Kabukicho: Tokyo¡¯s ¡®stadium of desire¡¯

Longform

For many people, utility poles and power lines have become such a familiar part of Japan¡¯s landscape that they often go unnoticed.
Why Japan¡¯s utility poles won¡¯t be disappearing anytime soon
By Alex K.T. Martin

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