Regarding radiation and radioactive substances (updated on July 1, 2013)
Update date: July 1, 2013
In response to the accident that occurred at TEPCO's Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant, we would like to inform you that various measurements of radiation and other issues are being carried out at various institutions.
Regarding the measurement of air radiation dose, the government is conducting monitoring measurements using aircraft as well as monitoring measurements using cars, and the measurement results are being made public. [ Click here for the measurement results by the government (external link) ] .
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government had been measuring air radiation levels in Shinjuku Ward since before the earthquake, and after the earthquake, monitoring posts were added in Edogawa, Kodaira, Koto, Ota, Adachi, Hachioji, and Chofu, and measurements began one after another. It has been.
In addition to lending measuring equipment to cities, wards, towns and villages, we also measure air radiation levels throughout Tokyo in a 4 km x 4 km area. ” measurements have been carried out and the measurement results have been published [ Click here for the measurement results by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government (external link) ].
The city also conducts measurements using a simple radiation dose measuring device that it purchased independently, and also publishes the measured values for reference [Click here for the city's measurement results ].
Response to radiation and radioactive materials
We have created a link to a site where radiation measurement results are posted, so please use it as a reference. If there are any changes to the content, we will update it accordingly.
In addition, the government has set up a portal site "Radiation Monitoring Information" (external link) that aggregates links to related pages of related ministries and agencies, so please use it as well.
| Response to radiation and radioactive materials | |||
| subject | Correspondence situation | current situation | Groups/organizations etc. that are measuring |
| atmosphere | National aircraft monitoring was conducted. | Aircraft monitoring is conducted by the government, and the measurement results are published on the website. | Nuclear Regulation Authority *Please see radiation monitoring information. |
| National vehicle monitoring was carried out. | Since 2012, vehicle monitoring (driving survey) has been carried out by the government, and the measurement results are published on the website. | ||
| Measurements are being continued at measurement facilities such as the Tokyo Metropolitan Health and Safety Research Center in Shinjuku Ward, Tokyo. | At the Tokyo Metropolitan Health and Safety Research Center in Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, the number of cases detected has remained at the same level as normal. | Tokyo Metropolitan Health and Safety Research Center | |
| The Tokyo Metropolitan Government conducted measurements at more than 100 locations in Tokyo. | The measurements were conducted at the Inagi City Central Park General Ground on June 15th, 2011, and the results have been published on our website. | Environmental radiation measurement results in Tokyo *Please see the measurement results of air radiation levels throughout Tokyo. |
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| Using an air radiation dose measuring device, city officials are conducting measurements at 38 locations at elementary schools, junior high schools, nursery schools, and kindergartens within the city. | We compile the measurement results of all the locations being measured and publish them on our website, etc. | Inagi City Hall Environment Division | |
| We use an air radiation dose measuring device to conduct local measurements at public facilities. | We are compiling the measurement results for each facility and publishing them on our website in due course. | Inagi City Hall each facility jurisdiction department | |
| We are currently lending out space radiation dose measuring devices to citizens. | We lend air radiation dose measurement devices to people over the age of 20 who live or work in the city, or representatives of organizations that have offices in the city. | Inagi City Hall Environment Division | |
| Tap water | Measurements are being continued at Kanamachi, Asaka, Ozaku, and Higashimurayama water purification plants. | Not detected at water treatment plant *Water supply has been switched to the normal Higashimurayama Water Purification Plant system, and tap water is a blend of Tokyo Metropolitan water supply (approximately 80% from the Tone River and Arakawa River systems, approximately 20% from the Tama River system) and deep well water from within the city. |
Tokyo Metropolitan Bureau of Waterworks |
| Inagi City Hall Sewerage Division (About the safety of tap water in Inagi City) | |||
| Sewerage | We will continue to conduct regular measurements and publish them on the Tokyo Metropolitan Bureau of Sewerage website. *For Inagi City, please see the figures from the Minamitama Water Reclamation Center. |
We measured the detailed concentrations of dehydrated sludge and sludge incineration ash at each water reclamation center and sludge plant that perform sludge treatment at the Tokyo Metropolitan Bureau of Sewerage, as well as air radiation levels around the facilities. | Tokyo Metropolitan Government Bureau of Sewerage |
| soil | Soil measurements are being carried out on the premises of the Tokyo Metropolitan Health and Safety Research Center. | Soil measurements on the grounds of the Tokyo Metropolitan Health and Safety Research Center were conducted on September 6, 2011 (collected). | Tokyo Metropolitan Health and Safety Research Center |
| fallout | Measurements are being continued at the Tokyo Metropolitan Health and Safety Research Center in Shinjuku, Tokyo. | Many cases continue to be undetected. | Tokyo Metropolitan Health and Safety Research Center |
| agricultural products | The Tokyo Metropolitan Government conducts radioactive substance inspections to confirm the safety of agricultural and livestock products produced within the metropolitan area. | The inspection results for agricultural products produced in Inagi City were non-detectable. | Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries |
| Tokyo Metropolitan Bureau of Industrial and Labor Affairs | |||
| Inagi City Hall Economic Division (about radioactive material inspection of agricultural and livestock products produced in Tokyo) | |||
| Ingredients for school lunches, etc. | In the city, an analytical laboratory conducted measurements on school lunch ingredients at licensed nursery schools, city hospitals, and public elementary and junior high schools. | Radioactivity measurements of school lunch ingredients at licensed nursery schools, municipal hospitals, public elementary and junior high schools in the city were undetectable. | Inagi City Hall Childcare Support Division |
| Inagi City Hospital | |||
| Inagi City School Lunch Community Kitchen | |||
| Tamagawa Sanitation Association (Incineration ash, etc.) | We are measuring the following: 1. Molten slag (storage portion), 2. Molten slag (normal portion), 3. Solidified fly ash, 4. Exhaust gas (from incineration furnace No. 2), 5. Exhaust gas (from ash melting furnace No. 2), and 6. Air radiation dose at the site boundary. | Survey results are posted on the Tokyo Metropolitan Government webpage as appropriate. | Tokyo Metropolitan Government Bureau of the Environment |
| It is also posted on the Tamagawa Sanitation Association's web page. | Tamagawa Sanitation Association | ||
*Links to sites other than Inagi City's initiatives and facilities are external links.
*If the value is below the lower measurement limit, it is considered "undetected."
*For health consultation, please contact the Tokyo Minamitama Health Center (external link) at 042-371-7661.
Radiation-related public relations by related ministries and agencies, etc.
1. “Food and Radioactivity” (Consumer Affairs Agency)
``We have created a ``Food and Radioactivity Q&A'' to explain in an easy-to-understand manner the questions and concerns consumers have regarding radioactivity and the safety of foods, etc. '', it has an easy-to-understand structure that starts with explanations such as the meaning of radiation.
Please feel free to use this as a reference.
[Consumer Affairs Agency website] (external link)
Pamphlet issued by the Consumer Affairs Agency *Please see "Click here for 'Food and Radioactivity Q&A'" on the page.
2. “Pamphlet that answers concerns about radiation for pregnant women and mothers raising children” (Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare)
We would like to introduce you to a pamphlet available on the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare's website that answers concerns that pregnant women and mothers raising children may have regarding the effects of radiation.
The Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare has summarized what the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare would like to convey to everyone regarding the safety of water, air, and food.We have tried to use simple language and simple expressions, including illustrations, on the premise that it is easy for anyone to understand. It is said that it was created by
Please feel free to use this as a reference.
[Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare website] (External link)
Pamphlets and leaflets issued by the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare
Inquiries regarding this page
Inagi City Urban Environment Development Department Living Environment Division
2111 Higashi-Naganuma, Inagi City
Phone: 042-378-2111 Fax: 042-377-4781
