1. Overview In December 2024, the Japanese government began releasing treated radioactive water from the Fukushima nuclear disaster into the Pacific Ocean. This decision addresses the over 1.3 million tons of accumulated water from the 2011 disaster. While the Japanese government claims the water meets international safety standards, strong domestic and international opposition persists. 2. Key Details 2-1. Release Procedure and Plan The water is treated through the Advanced Liquid Processing System (ALPS) to remove most radioactive materials, with tritium diluted to below international standards. Japan plans to discharge the water in phases over the next 30 years. 2-2. Domestic Response Japanese fishing communities fear negative impacts on fisheries and the local economy, opposing the release. Activist groups have organized protests demanding an immediate halt to the discharge. 2-3. International Concerns Neighboring countries like South Korea and China oppose the release, citin...