Japan
15 years after Fukushima nuclear disaster, recovery continues in a changed landscape
Nature is reclaiming abandoned buildings in the exclusion zone surrounding Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant, an area that appears frozen in time 15 years after disaster struck.
Sawyer nominated to head Yokosuka-based 7th Fleet
A career submarine officer has been nominated to command the Navy’s Japan-headquartered 7th Fleet.
Lead detected in water at Navy elementary school in Japan
Water fixtures at the Navy’s Ikego Elementary School in Japan have again registered high levels of lead, though officials say families thus far appear to be unaffected following voluntary blood testing.
Misawa feels woes of winter driving
Misawa has welcomed winter with a spike in traffic accidents, safety officials said.
Misawa snow crew keeps hectic schedule
Last week’s heavy snows were the first big challenge this winter for workers tasked with keeping the pavement clear at Misawa.
Japan digs out as snow continues to fall
Most U.S. military bases in Japan should be spared from major snowstorms expected across the country through Thursday night, according to weather officials.
Airmen donate time, gas to reduce drunk driving in Japan
So I was walking down the street late last Saturday night, checking out the bar scene with some friends, when I uttered the following: "Dude, did anyone else just see two gorillas walk around that corner?"