Since the 2011 Tokyo Electric Power Company’s Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant (FDNPP) accident, the horizontal distribution of soil radioactive Cs (rCs) concentrations within the same farmland has rarely been reported. We cultivated soybean (Glycine max) and azuki bean (Vigna angularis) in a farmers' field located in the Abukuma mid- mountainous area in Fukushima Prefecture, in 2012. Twenty-seven plots (each 2.5×3 m) were established and the respective soil 137Cs concentrations were measured at different depths. This report mainly focuses on the variabilities. First, slight differences in soil physicochemical properties were observed along the elevation. Soil 137Cs concentrations in the 0-10 cm layer averaged 0.97 kBq kg-1 -dry soil (a coefficient of variation [CV] = 17.5%). In the 10-20 cm layer, the mean value was 0.38 kBq kg-1 -dry soil, which was significantly smaller than that of the upper layer, but the CV was 51.7%, meaning higher variability than that of the upper layer. There was no correlation between soil 137Cs concentration and soil pH (H2O), cation exchange capacity, or exchangeable potassium content (Ex-K). These results suggest that two rotary tills that may been carried out by the spring of 2012 were still insufficient for uniform horizontal and depth redistribution of rCs deposited onto the soil surface layer after the FDNPP accident.

The Ainosawa Auto Camping Site in the Fukaya area of Iitate Village, Fukushima Prefecture, is a popular spot withmany visitors from outside the village. However, because it is surrounded by mountains and forests, there is no mobile phone signal, and there are constant requests from visitors for Wi-Fi access. This paper introduces an experiment to extend the Wi-Fi of the Lodging Experience Centre Kikori to the campsite and event plaza by using a commercially available Wi-Fi repeater with appropriate settings. The paper then discusses the development of communication infrastructure in Japan's agricultural and rural areas, which are often located in mountainous regions.

Reporting on the achievements gained through Tochigi Prefectural Otawara High School's initiatives such as On-site Training in Iitate Village, collaboration with other schools, and participation in the Resilience Agriculture and Sciences. Starting from the fiscal year 2019, the On-site Training in Iitate Village (Iitate Village, Soma District, Fukushima Prefecture) initially aimed at radiation education, expanded into a commitment to reconstruction education. Through on-site learning and interaction, students deeply engaged with the current situation of the disaster and resilience activities. Following the fieldwork, they presented their findings both within and outside the school, contributing to awareness campaigns for resilience support. From the fiscal year 2022, collaboration with other schools involved exchanges with high school students from Fukushima Prefectural Asaka High School and Fukushima Prefectural Shirakawa High School, where presentations and discussions on resilience were held. Moreover, through participation in the Resilience Agriculture and Sciences, students gained experience in research presentations and Q&A sessions. Presenting and engaging in discussions with experts helped enhance their scientific literacy and provided opportunities for in-depth debates on their own research and activities. Moving forward, it's crucial not only to acquire accurate knowledge but also to strengthen methods of information dissemination and collaboration with other schools. Fostering exchanges among high school students with diverse backgrounds aims to cultivate talents for the next generation's resilience efforts, contributing to the support of regional recovery.

Abstract: In my presentation at the annual conference of the Association of Resilience Agriculture and Sciences, I aimed to internalize the vocabulary and topics pertaining to disaster and reconstruction efforts. In order to think about resilience in Fukushima, I delved into NHK's archived articles and interviewed a journalist experienced in reporting from the actual sites when the disaster happened. However, to truly fulfill my objectives, I believe it's crucial to visit Fukushima in person and gather firsthand information on disasters. This report is about my insights gained from visiting Iitate village, Minami-souma city, Futaba Town and Namie Town.

The fieldwork conducted in Iitate Village, Fukushima Prefecture, from July 6 to 7, 2024, involved visits to the Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO) Decommissioning Archive Center, an interim storage facility, community facilities, and interactions with residents to learn about the current state of Fukushima post- disaster. After a long journey from Yamaguchi to Fukushima, we witnessed the impact of the disaster and the reality of the recovery. On the first day, we learned about the details of the disaster and the ongoing recovery efforts at the decommissioning archive center in Tomioka City, and we observed the handling of decontaminated soil at the interim storage facility in Okuma Town. On the second day, we listened to the experiences of new farmers and initiatives in smart agriculture, and participated in vineyard work. Through these activities, we realized the efforts toward the regeneration of Fukushima and the emotions of the local people. We also reflected on the pros and cons of associating the name “Fukushima” with the memory of the disaster, recognizing the importance of correctly understanding post-recovery Fukushima. This fieldwork provided a valuable opportunity to learn about the current state of Fukushima and prompted us to acknowledge our responsibility for the future.