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15 Years Since the Great East Japan Earthquake

In March 2026, the impact of the Great East Japan Earthquake, which struck on March 11, 2011, will be revisited in a series of special broadcasts organized by Dwango, the company behind Nicovideo. The initiative aims to ensure that the memories of this catastrophic event are preserved and that valuable lessons are communicated to future generations.

On March 10th, a significant program titled "[3.11 from 15 Years] An Interview with Former Minister of the Environment, Goshi Hosono: What Happened in the Prime Minister's Office at That Time? What’s the Truth That Can Be Told Now?" will air live beginning at 4:30 PM JST. This program will feature an interview with Goshi Hosono, a member of the House of Representatives and former Chief Cabinet Secretary, who was responsible for addressing the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear accident. During this session, he will unveil behind-the-scenes details regarding the government's decision-making processes during the crisis.

The audience can expect insights into the strategic discussions that occurred, including how and why the government prepared 'worst-case scenarios,' and the complex interactions Hosono had with various key players, including TEPCO executives, American officials, and representatives from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). The commentary aims to reflect on how Japan could better prepare and respond if similar nuclear accidents were to occur in the future, considering the current landscape of political communications through social media and the internet.

Live Streaming Details

The interview program is set to wrap up by 6:00 PM JST, and viewers can watch it live via:

• - Nicovideo Live Stream
• - Follow updates on X for more insights and background.

On the following day, March 11th, the "[3.11 from 15 Years] 3.11 Fukushima: A Commemorative Service for the Great East Japan Earthquake" will begin at 2:30 PM JST. This event will be broadcast live from Fukushima, providing a solemn observance of the disaster while reflecting on the community's resilience and recovery efforts.

Moreover, a special segment will showcase archived comments from the day of the earthquake, highlighting public sentiment and reactions at that pivotal moment in history. This program aims to create a comprehensive narrative of the events as they unfolded back in 2011, bringing the past into the present.

Additional Streaming Links

• - Commemorative Service Live: Watch Here
• - Reflecting on Comments from March 11, 2011: Watch Here

These programs present a valuable opportunity for people to engage with the history of the Great East Japan Earthquake, learn from it, and honor those affected 15 years later. Through interviews, memorials, and interactive discussions, Dwango's Nicovideo platform continues to play a crucial role in facilitating dialogues around such significant events in Japanese history, encouraging viewers to reflect, remember, and advocate for preparedness and resilience in the face of disaster.