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Controversial Fukushima statue of child in radiation suit now being removed

National Sep 18, 2018

Controversial Fukushima statue of child in radiation suit now being removed

The city of Fukushima began removing a statue of a child clad in a protective suit Tuesday following criticism that it could mislead the public into believing that local residents, affected by the 2011 nuclear crisis, need to wear such gear. The 6.2-meter statue of ...

Fukushima to remove controversial statue of child in radiation protection suit

National Aug 28, 2018

Fukushima to remove controversial statue of child in radiation protection suit

Fukushima Mayor Hiroshi Kohata announced a decision on Tuesday to remove a controversial statue of a child in a radiation protection suit that has drawn waves of criticism since it was unveiled early this month. "It's difficult to keep in place a divisive piece of ...

Debate over Fukushima statue takes on a life of its own online

National / Media | Japan Pulse Aug 18, 2018

Debate over Fukushima statue takes on a life of its own online

by Patrick St. Michel

Few topics have proven to be more sensitive online than the present state of Fukushima Prefecture. Years after the earthquake, tsunami and nuclear disaster wreaked havoc in the region, the topic of radiation continues to spark intense debate from all corners. A statue that ...

Statue of child clad in protective suit met with criticism in disaster-hit Fukushima

National Aug 13, 2018

Statue of child clad in protective suit met with criticism in disaster-hit Fukushima

A statue of a child wearing a protective suit near Fukushima Station has sparked criticism that it gives the impression that residents still need such gear following the 2011 nuclear crisis at the Fukushima No. 1 plant. The 6.2-meter-high statue, called "Sun Child," was made ...

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