Japan shut down 54 of its operating nuclear plants after the 2011 Fukushima nuclear disaster, amid public concerns about the industry's safety standards. Of the 33 remaining units, 15 have been restarted. But many reactors are approaching or have already exceeded their 60-year lifespan, raising concerns.
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Japan shut down 54 of its operating nuclear plants after the 2011 Fukushima nuclear disaster, amid public concerns about the industry's safety standards. Of the 33 remaining units, 15 have been restarted. But many reactors are approaching or have already exceeded their 60-year lifespan, raising concerns.