Author: Staff Nippon

3.11 EXPLORING FUKUSHIMA: This feature is part of an original Milwaukee Independent editorial series that documented the 13th anniversary of the "Great East Japan Earthquake," tsunami, and nuclear accident, including the conditions of both the people and places that remain affected by the disaster across the Tōhoku region. mkeind.com/exploringfukushima Nestled among modern buildings in the heart of Tokyo stands the ancient Sengakuji Temple, a site of profound significance in samurai culture. Known as the final resting place of the 47 Ronin, one of Japan’s most celebrated tales of loyalty, honor, and revenge, Sengakuji attracts visitors from across the globe,...

3.11 EXPLORING FUKUSHIMA: This feature is part of an original Milwaukee Independent editorial series that documented the 13th anniversary of the "Great East Japan Earthquake," tsunami, and nuclear accident, including the conditions of both the people and places that remain affected by the disaster across the Tōhoku region. mkeind.com/exploringfukushima Following the devastating Great East Japan Earthquake and tsunami in 2011, the East Japan Railway Company’s Kesennuma and Ofunato lines along the northeastern coastal regions faced unprecedented disruption. The catastrophe razed core infrastructure corridors and highlighted the pressing need for a resilient and flexible transportation system. East JR’s introduction of...