Kashiwazaki-Kariwa Nuclear Power Plant
The Kashiwazaki-Kariwa Nuclear Power Plant is located in Kashiwazaki, Niigata Prefecture, Japan. It is one of the largest nuclear power plants in the world, with a total electrical output of about 7,965 megawatts. The plant consists of seven reactors, which were designed to provide a significant portion of Japan's electricity.
The facility is operated by Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO) and has been subject to various safety assessments and upgrades, especially after the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster in 2011. The plant has faced challenges, including seismic risks and public concerns about nuclear energy, leading to ongoing discussions about its future operation.