A church once emptied following the massive earthquake and tsunami that crippled a nuclear power plant in Fukushima 15 years ago has returned to its home, recasting itself as a civic anchor with community ties. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/03/05/japan/society/fukushima-church-nuclear-plant/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #society #fukushima #311 #baptistchurch #okuma
Fukushima church rebuilds ties with its community 15 years after earthquake

The church’s mission has expanded beyond Sunday worship and into things such as tea gatherings and English classes to become an anchor for residents.

The Japan Times