Agriculture was hit hard by the Fukushima nuclear disaster and exports from the area collapsed. 11 years later, thanks to strict safety measures, they’ve resumed giving a much-needed boost to local producers and consumers.
Agriculture was one of the hardest-hit sectors after the Fukushima nuclear disaster in Japan 11 years ago.
“Produce from Fukushima back on market as controls guarantee safety”
Due to fears of contamination, food exports collapsed there. But today thanks to the strict safety measures taken by the country, they have now almost entirely resumed. That’s great news for both local producers and for consumers around the world.
In winter, blanketed white snow covers Isazawa, in the Fukushima prefecture. As the season changes, so too do the colours and a dazzling shade of orange sets over the countryside. The warm glow comes from the persimmon fields. Acre upon acre of land is dedicated to growing the fruit that has been harvested in recent months.
Junya Sato runs a family business that dries out persimmon to create Anpogaki, a sweet treat born in the Fukushima prefecture. He peels the fruit and lets it dry for two weeks for it to take on its iconic sweet scent.
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