Fukushima Daini Nuclear Power Plant, Nuclear power plant in Naraha and Tomioka, Japan
Fukushima Daini is a nuclear power plant with four boiling water reactors spread across a 150-hectare site along Fukushima Prefecture's Pacific coast. The facility was built in stages, with reactors added over time to increase its total power output.
The plant's first reactor began operations in 1982, with three additional units added over the following years to expand capacity. The facility became a centerpiece of Japan's nuclear energy program during the height of the technology's adoption.
The plant symbolized Japan's embrace of nuclear power as a solution to meet growing energy needs during the country's rapid industrial expansion. It reflected how deeply this technology was woven into the national strategy for development.
The site is located in a coastal region and accessible by local roads, though certain areas remain restricted for safety reasons. Visitors should check current access requirements before planning a visit to the facility.
Despite rapid stabilization after the 2011 earthquake and tsunami, the operator announced a 40-year decommissioning plan in 2019. This extended timeline reflects the technical complexity of safely dismantling a major nuclear facility.
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