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People in Japan marked the 15th anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake and tsunami, which caused extensive destruction and loss of life along the country's northeast coast. In Miyagi prefecture, a severely affected area, survivors shared personal memories of the disaster. One woman recounted losing her husband on their wedding anniversary, while a community worker spoke of the profound difficulty of being a protector after losing 56 people under her care. Photographic records from the time illustrated the scale of the devastation, showing trains washed away and ships deposited on land, alongside documentation of the long-term recovery process.
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Japan is observing the 15th anniversary of the 2011 earthquake, tsunami, and Fukushima nuclear disaster. Memorials and reports highlight the ongoing recovery, with tens of thousands of people still displaced and communities reflecting on loss and resilience. In Fukushima Prefecture, over 10,000 people who evacuated have died away from their hometowns. About 26,000 people remain evacuated in Iwate and Miyagi prefectures, where some official support programs are concluding. Survivors in Miyagi shared personal stories of loss, guilt, and their long-term efforts to rebuild their lives and communities.
Japan has flown more than 1,100 evacuees from the Middle East back to the country on chartered aircraft. The Japanese government arranged the evacuation of its nationals, with the foreign ministry providing assistance. The operation began last week, with more evacuees continuing to arrive in Japan.
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