Pakistan, Jan. 21 -- Japan restarted the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear plant, the world's largest, for the first time since the 2011 Fukushima disaster. TEPCO confirmed Unit 6 began operations on Wednesday, despite widespread safety concerns. Local opinion remains divided, with around 60% of residents opposing the restart.

The plant's restart follows upgrades including a 15-metre tsunami wall, elevated emergency power systems, and safety checks. TEPCO pledged careful verification of all facilities and transparent handling of any issues. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi supports the move to boost energy security and achieve carbon neutrality by 2050.

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