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Kashiwazaki-Kariwa Nuclear Power Plant Restart Plan and Regional Challenges - 2001 to 2023 The Kashiwazaki-Kariwa Nuclear Power Plant, located in Kariwa Village and Kashiwazaki City, Niigata Prefecture, saw expansion plans debated in 2001, but concerns were raised about earthquake risks and radioactive waste management. Following the 2011 Fukushima Daiichi nuclear accident, all reactors were shut down. In 2023, the ban on moving nuclear fuel was lifted due to progress in safety measures. However, local residents remain concerned about evacuation plans and the reliability of Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO). On the other hand, restarting the plant is expected to reduce fuel costs by over 100 billion yen annually. The conflict between economic benefits and ensuring safety continues.