US Envoy Shows Support for Japan Amid Fukushima Water Release Controversy

The U.S. ambassador to Japan visited the Fukushima region on Aug. 31 to show support after the release of treated radioactive wastewater from the Fukushima nuclear power plant triggered controversy.

U.S. Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel visits Hamanoeki Fish Market and Food Court, as part of his trip to Soma City in Fukushima Prefecture, Japan, on Aug. 31, 2023. Philip Fong/AFP via Getty Images

The U.S. ambassador to Japan visited the Fukushima region on Aug. 31 to show support after the release of treated radioactive wastewater from the Fukushima nuclear power plant triggered controversy over its safety.

During his visit, Ambassador Rahm Emanuel bought fish and dried seaweed at a fish market, visited a grocery store in Fukushima and had a seafood lunch with the mayor of Soma city, according to multiple reports.